Burke, Harold P. Born June 6, 1895, in Rochester, NY Died July 17, 1981, in Rochester, NY Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of New York Nominated by Franklin D. Roosevelt on April 27, 1937, to a seat vacated by Harlan W. Rippey. Confirmed by the Senate on June 15, 1937, and received commission on June 18, 1937. Served as chief judge, 1955-1967. Assumed senior status on June 15, 1981. Service terminated on July 17, 1981, due to death. Education: Notre Dame Law School, LL.B., 1916 Professional Career: U.S. Army Private practice, Rochester, New York, 1920-1931 Assistant attorney general, State of New York, 1931-1934 Corporate counsel for Rochester, New York, 1934-1937