James Foster (Mormon)

James Foster (April 1, 1786 – December 12, 1846) was an early Latter Day Saint leader and one of the early presidents of the Seventy. He took the place of Leonard Rich as one of the seven presidents.

James Foster
First Seven Presidents of the Seventy
April 6, 1837 (1837-04-06)  December 21, 1841 (1841-12-21)
Called byJoseph Smith
Personal details
Born(1786-04-01)April 1, 1786
Hillsborough County, New Hampshire, United States
DiedDecember 21, 1841(1841-12-21) (aged 55)
Jacksonville, Illinois, United States

Foster was involved in pioneer work in Missouri before the Later Day Saints were expelled from the area; and he later settled in Jacksonville, Illinois, where he died.

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