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Quotes from our readers

Published: Saturday, Aug. 11, 2007 12:12 a.m. MDT
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Hundreds of readers responded to the story about President Faust's death after it was posted on the Deseret Morning News Web site, deseretnews.com. Here are some of those responses.

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"What a blessing and example he is for me and my family. His exemplary life now stands as a standard to follow as I complete my mortal journey. Thank you, President Faust." — William Brandeberry

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"Ten years ago President Faust paused on Main Street during a Saturday a.m. walk to shake hands with my young daughter and speak encouraging words. What a good and kind and gentle man. We've been blessed by President Faust." — Jeff Chapman

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"One day our family was visiting Salt Lake City and encountered President Faust as he came out of a building. He immediately walked over to my sons, gave them the most loving greeting and talked to each one briefly. He is a man who practiced what he preached. We are going to miss him." — Don Sorensen

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"I loved President Faust and will truly miss him. I will remember for the rest of my life his story of not helping his grandmother fill the wood bin when he easily could have and the tears that still brought to his eyes after all those years. It taught me a lot." — Jo Morris

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"A true man of God has been called home today to continue his work. I shed tears upon hearing the news. May I live to be an ounce of what this man was. I love you, President Faust." — Brian Miller

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"Uncle Jim was a great man. He was always wanting to help our family. It has been hard on our family, but we know that we will see him again, because families are forever. We know that he will be watching over every one of us, and we will always remember his great service." — Angela Kirkham

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