Born January 15, 1948, in Dubuque, IA
Died October 20, 2026

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Iowa
Nominated by George H.W. Bush on April 9, 1992, to a seat vacated by David R. Hansen. Confirmed by the Senate on August 12, 1992, and commission issued on August 17, 1992. Served as chief judge, 1992-1999. Service terminated on February 26, 2002, due to appointment to another judicial position.

Judge, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit
Nominated by George W. Bush on September 4, 2001, to a seat vacated by George G. Fagg. Confirmed by the Senate on February 11, 2002, and commission issued on February 14, 2002. Assumed senior status on February 1, 2013. Service terminated on October 20, 2026, due to death.

Other Federal Judicial Service:
U.S. Bankruptcy Judge, Northern District of Iowa, 1986-1992

Education:
Loras College, B.A., 1970
University of Iowa College of Law, J.D., 1974

Professional Career:

U.S. Army, 1970-1972
U.S. Army Reserve, 1972-1976
Private practice, Dubuque, Iowa, 1974-1986
Board member, Federal Judicial Center, 2012-2016

Other Nominations/Recess Appointments:

Nominated to U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eighth Circuit, July 10, 2001; no Senate vote