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Wilhoit, Henry Rupert, Jr.

Born February 11, 1935, in Ashland, KY
Died September 12, 2022

Federal Judicial Service:
Judge, U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Kentucky
Nominated by Ronald Reagan on August 11, 1981, to a seat vacated by Howard David Hermansdorfer. Confirmed by the Senate on September 25, 1981, and received commission on September 28, 1981. Served as chief judge, 1998-2000. Assumed senior status on December 31, 2000. Service terminated on September 12, 2022, due to death.

Education:
University of Kentucky College of Law, LL.B., 1960

Professional Career:

Private practice, Grayson, Kentucky, 1960-1981
City attorney, Grayson, Kentucky, 1962-1966
County attorney, Carter County, Kentucky, 1966-1970