History of the Federal Judiciary


  Biographical Directory of Federal Judges
Winner, Fred M.
Born April 8, 1912, in Denver, CO
Died January 22, 2003, in Grand Junction, CO

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court, District of Colorado
Nominated by Richard M. Nixon on December 8, 1970, to a new seat authorized by 84 Stat. 294. Confirmed by the Senate on December 16, 1970, and received commission on December 18, 1970. Served as chief judge, 1976-1982. Assumed senior status on April 8, 1982. Service terminated on August 1, 1984, due to retirement.

Education:
University of Colorado, B.A., B.S., 1933
University of Colorado Law School, LL.B., 1936

Professional Career:
U.S. Navy, 1942-1945
Private practice, Denver, Colorado, 1936-1970

 

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