James F. Smith (Michigan politician)

James F. Smith (August 15, 1923 – September 11, 2007) was a Michigan politician.

Early life and education
Smith was born on August 15, 1923, in Davison, Michigan. Smith attended Michigan State University and Amherst College.

Career
Smith served in the United States Army in World War II from 1943 to 1946.

Smith worked as a businessman before his political career. Smith served in local government of Davison, at different times serving there on the city council and later as mayor. Smith also served on the Genesee County Board of Supervisors. On November 8, 1966, Smith was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the 79th district from January 1, 1967, to January 1, 1973. On November 7, 1972, Smith was elected to the Michigan House of Representatives where he represented the 83rd district from January 1, 1974, to January 1, 1977.

Personal life
On September 14, 1946, Smith married Emma Jean Pearson. Together they had three children. Smith was a member of Veterans of Foreign Wars and the Elks. Smith was Baptist.

Death
Smith died on September 11, 2007, in Davison. His residence at the time of his death was Charlevoix, Michigan. He was interred at Davison Cemetery.