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Beeks, William Trulock
Born May 6, 1906, in El Reno, OK
Died December 30, 1988, in Seattle, WA
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
Nominated by John F. Kennedy on August 4, 1961, to a seat vacated by John C. Bowen. Confirmed by the Senate on August 15, 1961, and received commission on August 15, 1961. Served as chief judge, 1971-1973. Assumed senior status due to certified disability on May 31, 1973. Service terminated on December 30, 1988, due to death.
Education:
University of Washington School of Law, LL.B., 1932
Professional Career:
Died December 30, 1988, in Seattle, WA
Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington
Nominated by John F. Kennedy on August 4, 1961, to a seat vacated by John C. Bowen. Confirmed by the Senate on August 15, 1961, and received commission on August 15, 1961. Served as chief judge, 1971-1973. Assumed senior status due to certified disability on May 31, 1973. Service terminated on December 30, 1988, due to death.
Education:
University of Washington School of Law, LL.B., 1932
Professional Career:
Private practice, Seattle, Washington, 1932-1942, 1947-1961
U.S. Army colonel, 1942-1946