James F. Smith

Our dear father, James Franklin Smith of Chalfont, PA., passed away on September 30, 2023, at the age of 87. He was born in Bel Air, Maryland where he attended Bel Air High School and Eastern Shore College.

He joined the United States Air Force in 1956 where he worked as a Data Communication Analyst for 23 years. He retired from the military in 1979 and began his new career with Unisys Corporation. He enjoyed spending time with his loved ones, camping, fishing, and watching sports.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Preston and Essie Smith, his brothers, Ralph and Preston Smith, sister, Catherine “Clyde” Coleman, and grandson Dante’ Bozman.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving devoted wife of 61 years, Ana Salguero Smith. His six children, Robert S. Smith, James F. Smith Jr., Ana Maria Smith, Joseph Smith, Teresa Doss, and Elisa Smith. His nine grandchildren, MarJona’ Smith Holieway, Carol-Ann Smith, Tiara Bozman, Marcellus Smith-Holieway, Lataisha Doss, Lamichael Doss, Jazmin Doss, and River Smith.  His three great grandchildren, Mason Hodge, Tailynn Hodge, and Christian Hodge. His five sisters, Elizabeth Robinson, Mary Pounds, Annabelle Mack, and Barbara Norris. His brother Staniford Smith (Carol) and sisters-in-law Zilpha Smith and Janice Demby. His beloved dog Daisy.

Funeral Service 11 AM Tuesday October 10, 2023, at Scanlin McDonald Funeral Home, 175 East Butler Avenue, Chalfont, PA. 18914.  Relatives and friends are invited to the visitation at the funeral home Tuesday from 10 to 11 AM.  Interment Private.

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