De SMET, S.D. — James M. Boser, 71, De Smet, S.D., passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family and close friends on Saturday, Feb. 12, 2011, at Avera McKennan Hospital in Sioux Falls, S.D. Services have been set for 10:30 a.m., Thursday, Feb. 17, 2011, at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in De Smet with Father Shane Stevens and Father Cathal Gallagher officiating. Burial will be at a later date in Lastrup, Minn. Visitation hours will be 5-7 p.m. with a prayer service at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 16 at St.