Eugene McGehee


Eugene Webb McGehee was an American judge and politician. A member of the Democratic Party, he served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1960 to 1972 and as district judge of the Louisiana Judicial District Court from 1972 to 1978.

Life and career

McGehee was born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, the son of Edeh and Zola McGehee. He served in the armed forces during World War II, which after his discharge, he attended and graduated from Louisiana State University.
McGehee served in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1960 to 1972. After his service in the House, he served as district judge of the Louisiana Judicial District Court from 1972 to 1978.

Death

McGehee died on April 11, 2014, at his home in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, at the age of 85.