Stiehl, William Donald Born 1925 in Belleville, IL Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Illinois Nominated by Ronald Reagan on May 14, 1986, to a new seat authorized by 98 Stat. 333. Confirmed by the Senate on June 13, 1986, and received commission on June 16, 1986. Served as chief judge, 1992-1993. Assumed senior status on November 30, 1996. Education: Saint Louis University School of Law, LL.B., 1949 Professional Career: U.S. Navy lieutenant, 1943-1946, 1950-1952 Private practice, Belleville, Illinois, 1952-1986 Assistant state's attorney, Belleville, Illinois, 1956-1960 Special assistant attorney general, State of Illinois, 1970-1973