James L. Smith, 75, of Lancaster died Sunday, July 27 at the VA Medical Center in Lebanon, PA.  Born in Reading, PA, he was the son of the late Morris and Bertha Smith.  He was the husband of F. Louise, married 51 years last April.

Jim is survived by four sons, Timothy, husband of Donna, David, husband of Dawn, Michael, husband of Pearl, and Steven all of Lancaster: in addition six grandchildren.

He was an active member in the Hempfield United Methodist Church Senior Group.

Jim was a veteran of the US Navy, having served 1952-56.  He was self-employed in a variety of sales positions.

Funeral services will be held at First United Methodist Church, 121 N. George Street, Millersville on Saturday, August 2 at 2:00 p.m.  Friends may call on the family beginning at 1:00 p.m. until the time of the service.  Interment will be at the convenience of the family on a later date. In lieu of flowers donations in Jim's name may be made to the American Cancer Society, 314 Good Drive, Lancaster, PA 17603.   Charles F. Snyder Jr. Funeral Home & Chapel, Lititz in charge of arrangements.  To send an online condolence, please visit www.snyderfuneralhome.com.