Thompson, Ralph Gordon Born 1934 in Oklahoma City, OK Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Oklahoma Nominated by Gerald Ford on September 24, 1975, to a seat vacated by Stephen S. Chandler, Jr.. Confirmed by the Senate on October 9, 1975, and received commission on October 14, 1975. Served as chief judge, 1986-1993. Assumed senior status on December 16, 1999. Service terminated on August 6, 2007, due to retirement. Education: University of Oklahoma, B.B.A., 1956 University of Oklahoma College of Law, J.D., 1961 Professional Career: U.S. Air Force Lieutenant, 1957-1960 U.S. Air Force Reserve Colonel, 1961-1987 Private practice, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, 1961-1975 Member, Oklahoma House of Representatives, 1966-1970 Assistant minority (Republican) leader, 1966-1970