Jim Emery

James William Emery (January 24, 1934 – December 10, 2021) was an American politician. He served in the South Dakota House of Representatives in 1985 and in the Senate from 1986 to 1996.^[1][2] He is a Cheyenne River Sioux.^[3]

James W. Emery
Member of the South Dakota Senate for the 30th district
In office Appointed December 18, 1985 – 1996
Preceded by	Jack Manke
Succeeded by	Drue J. Vitter
Member of the South Dakota House of Representatives
In office 1985
Personal details
Born	(1934-01-24)January 24, 1934 Cheyenne Agency, South Dakota
Died	December 10, 2021(2021-12-10) (aged 87) Rapid City, South Dakota
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Elaine Faye Ritchie
Children	one
Residence	Custer, South Dakota
Occupation	former power company manager