Whipple, Dean Born 1938 in Lebanon, MO Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri Nominated by Ronald Reagan on September 14, 1987, to a seat vacated by Ross T. Roberts. Confirmed by the Senate on December 8, 1987, and received commission on December 9, 1987. Served as chief judge, 2000-2007. Assumed senior status on April 30, 2007. Education: Drury College, A.B, 1961 University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law, J.D., 1965 Professional Career: Private practice, Lebanon, Missouri, 1967-1974 Prosecuting attorney, Laclede County, Missouri, 1967-1971 Judge, 26th Judicial Circuit Court, State of Missouri, 1975-1987