A lifelong farmer, Jon McCalla was also a stern jurist who expected the best of everyone — including himself
Retired U.S. District Court Judge Jon McCalla could be a stern taskmaster, friends said, but that was because he demanded the best from not only himself but also any lawyer who stood before him in a courtroom.
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Jon McCalla U.S. District Court for the Western District of Tennessee Special ObituaryJody Callahan
Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.
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