Stuart, William Corwin Born April 28, 1920, in Knoxville, IA Died August 12, 2010, in Chariton, IA Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Southern District of Iowa Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on October 13, 1971, to a seat vacated by Roy L. Stephenson. Confirmed by the Senate on October 28, 1971, and received commission on November 1, 1971. Served as chief judge, 1977-1985. Assumed senior status on April 30, 1986. Service terminated on August 12, 2010, due to death. Education: University of Iowa, B.A., 1941 University of Iowa College of Law, J.D., 1942 Professional Career: U.S. Navy lieutenant junior grade, Air Corps, 1943-1945 Private practice, Chariton, Iowa, 1946-1962 City attorney, Chariton, Iowa, 1947-1949 State senator, Iowa, 1953-1961 Justice, Iowa Supreme Court, 1962-1971