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LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley dies at age 97
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Evangelical Christian | 9:59 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
His book 'Stand a Little Taller' has inspired me. The book lead me to
believe he is an Evangelical Christian. President Hinkley tried to build
relationships with other mainstream Christian denominations. He will be
missed.
lds of delawre | 9:59 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
A GREAT person,inspirational to us all.Will be very very missed.Look forward to
meeting him in the next life.H and A from Newark De.
A. Pyper | 10:00 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He was my childhood Prophet and I will always remember him for that. It is a
very sad thing for him to pass away, but I know he is with his sweet wife now,
and continuing his work on the other side, like so many others have said.
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Irene Keanum | 9:59 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
"Come listen to a Prophets voice", your voice will always ring in my
ears. I love you and pray for your family. Tell we meet again.
Mark Westcott | 9:59 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I have been so blessed to have been taught by a prophet of God. His life was
centered on service. He came to my state(Mississippi) to teach me, he brought a
temple to me....what great love and concern he had for all of us.
Today we lost a great man- A Prophet
Today we lost a great man- A Prophet
Paul | 10:00 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I'll miss his enthusiasm, leadership, & efforts to help others become
better. He was a man of integrity and hard work. My prayers are with his loved
ones.
Wright | 9:59 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
To President Hinkleys Family, How very much your wonderful father will be
missed. He has been a great spiritual leader to us as members of the Lords
Church on the earth. We loved him as prophet and president for his dedication
and service to all mankind. Thank you President Hinkley. Your reunion with
sister Hinkley is very special.
Kim in So. Cal. | 10:00 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
As a Young Women leader, I know first hand the great love President Hinckley had
for our youth. He, probably more so then any other before him, literally tore
down walls between The Church and the rest of the world. By doing so he has
softened many hearts and opened many minds. I feel so lucky to have received so
many blessings by following our sweet prophet. Thank you so much for your loving
service.
carlos chile | 10:00 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
gracias presidente hinckley, por ser como fue... todo el pueblo de la iglesia en
chile se entristese por su partida, pero sabemos k ud esta con lo que mas queria
y k su esposa salio a recibirlo y el sonar de trompetas se escucho en todo el
cielo a su llegada...
lo queremos...
lo queremos...
Claudia | 10:00 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
To the Hinckley Family - Thank you for sharing your father with us. We are so
grateful for his service and for yours. We love him.
Pamela | 10:01 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley is like no other. What an amazing life he led. I was so
priviliged to meet him and know him as my Prophet, a special man of God.
Teresa Vosloo | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
The angels in Heaven are surely celebrating your arrival, President Hinckley.
You will be sadly missed. Thank you for your sweet spirit, your example and
your dedication to the Church.
Janelle Frost | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What a huge loss for all of us members of the LDS Church. He was such an
inspiration to so many. I am sure he is thrilled to finally be with his Father
in Heaven and his beloved wife, Marjorie. My love goes out to his family. He
will be missed by many! I will be forever grateful for all his good works!
Kelli Reed | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
How blessed the world has been these past 12 years. Your testimony will live on
forever!
thank u | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
president hinckley had such a huge impact on my life, as i'm sure is the
case for all members of the church...you will be missed
rest in peace
rest in peace
Robert Thompson Family | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We loved President Hinckley so very much. We supported him and sustained him
and we will miss him greatly. We rejoice in knowing that he is reunited with
his bride once again. His legacy will live on and we are so blessed to have
lived during his administration.
Tom F. | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He spent his life in the service of others. If only we all could be so dutiful
to our faith (LDS or not). I know I will endeavor to do so. Thank you President
Hinckley we will miss you!
Mondi Alailima-Taumoefolau | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
After the tears and prayers, came the smiles.... with the knowing that the
angels will surely be dancing tonight in the witness of such a wonderous reunion
and homecoming.
Thank you, dear President Hinkley...Welcome Home.
The Taumoefolau Family in
Seal Beach, CA ~ Mom Mondi & Son Brandon
Thank you, dear President Hinkley...Welcome Home.
The Taumoefolau Family in
Seal Beach, CA ~ Mom Mondi & Son Brandon
Kathy Groch | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I loved President Hinckley. I'm crying that he's gone, but happy
for him that he is reunited with his wife.
Spencer Holman | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
God be with you till we meet Again
Scott L | 10:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
The world has lost a great man; fortunately his legacy will live on. Thank you,
President Hinckley, for all you've done for all of us. Rest in peace.
Thank You | 10:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Gordon B. Hinckley was a great man who lived his life as he believed, with faith
and strength. He built bridges of understanding between his beloved Church of
Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints and other Christian faiths. He was kind, he
was positive, he was helpful, he was friendly, he was brave. He was a great man
of God who loved his Savior Jesus Christ and tried to bring the rest of us into
a similar position. He is a man who stood for something. He will be missed here,
but he will be welcomed there. If the rest of us could do as well we would be
very happy.
RuthAnn | 10:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What a joyful day for this great man. Just think of the impressive list of
people waiting to greet him on the other side. We all have grateful hearts for
his life lived so well.
Brinton Family | 10:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
A finer man has not graced the lives of so many people is such a critical time.
God speed!
Scott | 10:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Words cannot express my gratitude for this great leader. He will be missed. Best
wishes to his family.
Jennifer in CA | 10:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We thank thee o God for a prophet, to guide us in these latter days!
We love and will miss President Hinkley. He completed his mortal mission with grace, love and vigor. Well done.
We love and will miss President Hinkley. He completed his mortal mission with grace, love and vigor. Well done.
The Bent family, El Cerrito, CA | 10:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
How I will miss our beloved prophet. I remember his picture on the wall at
seminary as a youth thinking he was very special. He became very special to me
in my life, serving as such a powerful example. I will ever be grateful for the
time he spent serving the Lord and everyone on the earth.
Ken Baguley | 10:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He was and is a wonderful prophet...He did more for the church than anyone,since
the time of Joseph, in his time as a leader. We're proud of him and his
family. The church will continue in great form due to his contribution of
service.
Anonymous | 10:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinkley, We will all miss you and will continue to love and
appreciate you, always. Fran Marsing family, Eagle Point, Oregon
J. Pickens | 10:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
In the late 60's, a few years after I became a member at age 17, I was able
to shake hands with Apostle Gordon B. Hinckley after a Stake Conference in Santa
Barbara, California. I immediately sensed a special spirit. He was and always
will be a special person. He was and will continue to be the best example of
loving and respecting others, regardless of their official religious
affiliation.
John | 10:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
As a new GA, He interviewed me for my Mission in 1961. What a great man!
Marion in Idaho Falls | 10:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
My grandmother passed away monday. She was the same age as president hinkley.
She always said she wanted to live as long as he did. I can only imagine the
great reunion in Heaven with family and friends for both. Our family gathered
today celebrating her life this evening when we recieved the news about
President Hinkley. What an honor it was to bow our heads in honor of his life
and love. We love you President Hinkley, and our thoughts are with you and your
family.
The Hursts | 10:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We are sadden at President Hinckley's passing but are thankful that he is
able to reunited with his sweet wife. Our love and prayers are with his family.
He was an inspiring Prophet and when he spoke you knew that what he said was
from the Lord. We are thankful for the privilege of knowing him. May God bless
his family at this very tender time.
Kristi J. | 10:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I love President Hinckley. His love for truth, enthusiasm for people, and
dedication to the Savior Jesus Christ and His church has changed the world.
The positive and far-reaching effects of his goodworks will go on throughout the eternities and his legacy of Christlike love and service will be ALWAYS be remembered.
The positive and far-reaching effects of his goodworks will go on throughout the eternities and his legacy of Christlike love and service will be ALWAYS be remembered.
Non LDS | 10:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Is is a sad sad day for the world not just the LDS faith. We have all lost a
great soul today. God bless Pres Hinckley.
ckg | 10:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We love you pres Hinckley. Thanks for everything. You are greatly missed in Mesa
AZ. Enjoy your reunion party.
MoJules | 10:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Thank you Deseret News for making it so we people out of town can know what has
happened to our dear Prophet. My heart is tender for the loss of such a great
man, but it is happy that he and Marjorie are together again. I hope that his
children and the General Authorities will find peace during this time. I loved
all your comments posted.
Keith and Brenda/MIssissippi | 10:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We love you Pres Hinckley. Hope to see you again someday at the feet of the
Savior.
dbelnap | 10:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I heard Elder Hinckley speak just after he became an apostle while I was a young
missionary in Finland. I can still remember his theme and how his humor
influenced me. I will always be grateful to him for his sacrafice and service to
the Church.
lancejoshua | 10:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
You will be missed dearly. Thank you for your leadership and being an
inspiration.
Vicar Crane | 10:09 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
you are always in our heart... YOu are a great man and we always miss and love
you
Rich | 10:10 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What an amazing and inspirational leader. He will certainly be missed by all.
The Kinikinis | 10:10 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We express our deepest sympathy to the Hinckley Family. How grateful we are for
His love and service. Thank you for sharing your Dad with us.
With Love,
The Kinikinis
With Love,
The Kinikinis
oregon | 10:10 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
The world has lost a great man,I hope to meet with him someday and let him know
how much he was loved.
The Payne Family | 10:10 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We will work harder to follow your example as you have followed our Savior.
With love and respect to your family.
With love and respect to your family.
sergio and viridiana gonzalez | 10:10 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I still remember the day i saw him in person, only a few feet away.The spirt was
so strong... i will never forget... i was only 19 then.
President Hinckley... We will forever love you....
President Hinckley... We will forever love you....
George A. Mathis Jr. | 10:10 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What an amazing soul! He will be greatly missed here on Earth! Till we meet
again.
Wm Richard Fairbairn Family | 10:10 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We are greatly saddened by our loss of our wonderful, kind and loving man who
has held high the lamp of Christ. We shall always try to be and do as you would
have us do. God bless us all as we go forth in faith with your incredible
example. Thank you for everything - you are a great man and a wonderful prophet.
We love you very much, appreciate your untiring efforts and wonderful soul.
Through sunshine and stormy weather you have given us courage, hope and a taste of our Father's love.
Through sunshine and stormy weather you have given us courage, hope and a taste of our Father's love.
Joe Cobus | 10:11 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We have lost a great Prophet. We will always remember you President Hinckley. We
wish comfort to his family.
The Cobus'
Alaska
The Cobus'
Alaska
Lynne Anderson | 10:11 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley was such an example of love and understanding. An immediate
shroud of loss and sadness was felt this evening as the world learned of his
death. Personally he has left an indelible mark on my Testimony and heart. His
counsel will travel with me always.
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