Edward Huggins Johnstone

Edward Huggins Johnstone (April 26, 1922 – June 26, 2013) was a United States district judge of the United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky.

Education and career

Johnstone was born on April 26, 1922, in São Paulo, Brazil, the son of William Johnstone, a horticulturalist. He grew up in Paducah, Kentucky and attended high school in Lexington. After graduation, he attended the University of Kentucky until 1942, when he dropped out to join the United States Army. Johnstone was a sergeant in the 9th Infantry Division during World War II, serving from 1942 to 1945. He fought in the Battle of the Bulge, earning a Bronze Star Medal and Silver Star Medal for his gallantry.

Federal judicial service

On August 25, 1977, Johnstone was nominated by President Jimmy Carter to a seat on the United States District Court for the Western District of Kentucky vacated by Judge James Fleming Gordon. Johnstone was confirmed by the United States Senate on October 7, 1977, and received his commission on October 11, 1977. He served as Chief Judge from 1985 to 1990, and assumed senior status on October 22, 1993, serving in that status until his death.

Death

Johnstone died on June 26, 2013, in Louisville, Kentucky at the age of 91.