Buchmeyer, Jerry Born September 5, 1933, in Overton, TX Died September 21, 2009, in San Marcos, TX Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Northern District of Texas Nominated by Jimmy Carter on August 3, 1979, to a seat vacated by William M. Taylor, Jr.. Confirmed by the Senate on October 4, 1979, and received commission on October 5, 1979. Served as chief judge, 1995-2001. Assumed senior status on September 5, 2003. Service terminated on September 21, 2009, due to death. Education: Kilgore Junior College, B.S., 1953 University of Texas, B.A., 1955 University of Texas School of Law, LL.B., 1957 Professional Career: Private practice, Dallas, Texas, 1958-1979 Oral History