Gibson, John R. Born 1925 in Springfield, MO Federal Judicial Service: Judge, U.S. District Court, Western District of Missouri Nominated by Ronald Reagan on July 9, 1981, to a seat vacated by Elmo B. Hunter. Confirmed by the Senate on September 16, 1981, and received commission on September 19, 1981. Service terminated on March 30, 1982, due to appointment to another judicial position. Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit Nominated by Ronald Reagan on February 2, 1982, to a seat vacated by Floyd Robert Gibson. Confirmed by the Senate on March 4, 1982, and received commission on March 9, 1982. Assumed senior status on January 1, 1994. Education: University of Missouri, A.B., 1949 University of Missouri School of Law, J.D., 1952 Professional Career: U.S. Army sergeant, 1944-1946 Private practice, Kansas City, Missouri, 1952-1981