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LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley dies at age 97
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Aline Almeida | 2:35 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
PRESIDENTE HINCLEY FOI REALMETE UMA PESSOA MARAVILHOSA.ELE AMAVA MTO A TODOS
N�S.CONCERTEZA ELE EST� EM UM LUGAR
BEM MAIS FELIZ DO Q N�S AGORA.DEVEMOS
LEMBR�-LO COMO O HOMEM BOM Q ELE FOI... EU POSSO DIZER Q
REALMENTE AMO O PROFETA
Heaton Family | 2:36 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Well done our good and faithful brother.
Welcome home......
Welcome home......
Aline Almeida | 2:40 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
EU POSSO DIZER Q REALMENTE ELE FOI UM HOMEM FABULOSO E QUE ELE NOS ENSINOU
MUITOOO PELA F� QUE ELE TINHA.DEVEMOS
LEMBR�-LO COMO O HOMEM BOM QUE ELE FOI...FOI REALMENTE UMA
GRANDE PERDA PARA TODOS N�S,MAS EU TENHO CERTEZA QUE O
SENHOR VAI CHAMAR UMA PESSOA T�O BOA QUANTO ELE. PRESIDENTE
HINCLEY AMAVA A TODOS N�S.
E EU POSSO REAMENTE DIZER QUE EU SEI Q ELE FALAVA COM DEUS E QUE ELE GUIAVA A IGREJA VERDADEIRA.
E EU POSSO REAMENTE DIZER QUE EU SEI Q ELE FALAVA COM DEUS E QUE ELE GUIAVA A IGREJA VERDADEIRA.
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Josh | 2:41 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Thanks for everything, you will be missed greatly
Anonymous | 2:41 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Through the past two years of struggling with an addiction to prescription
drugs, my husband always found hope in President Hinckley saying, "Just do
your best." So many times he felt worthless and lost, wanting to give up
on himself, but because of President Hinckley's unconditional love and
encouragement to "just do your best," he has continued in the battle
and forged ahead through the bright days and the dark ones. Thank you for your
kind heart and bright spirit. You will be missed.
The Anderson Family (Farmington) | 2:42 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We love you and are thankful for your many years of service on our behalf. What
a great man of God and a wonderful example. May the lord bless his family and
our other church leaders at this time.
Lisa | 2:46 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
What a great Honor it is to have a building named after him at BYU That sure
does mean alot to him & his Family, I have had a chance to walk thourgh it
when they dedacated Last year, I think that he was such a great Prophet he
taught us all alot , we will surely miss him, alot
Greenhalgh Family - Ohio | 2:48 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
President Hinckley, the consummate missionary, will be remembered for his love
and concern for all persons world wide and his love for his Heavenly Father. His
examples of commitment, labor, love and humor will long be emulated by the
Latter Day Saints and others who had the opportuity to partake of his wise
counsel. Our hearts, thoughts and prayers are with the Hinckley family
The Higgins Family | 2:52 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We are so grateful for our beloved prophet. We love him and honor him. We are
deeply saddened by his passing and will miss him dearly, but we are strenthened
by his expemplary life and vibrant, immovable testimony of the Lord's work.
We rejoice in the life he lived and the work he will continue to do with the
Lord. He has strengthened our testimony of The Church of Jesus Christ of
Latter-day Saints and taught us by word and example how to be ever faithful. He
is the prophet of our youth and we have been blessed as he has served
steadfastly in his calling. We love President Hinckley! May the Lord be with
his family.
Love,
The Higgins Family, Phoenix, Arizona
Love,
The Higgins Family, Phoenix, Arizona
Walt & Eileen Petersen Family ID | 2:52 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We will love our great Prophet Gordon B. Hinckley forever! Love and condolences
to President & Sister Hinckley's family.
Margaret in Texas | 2:53 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Reading all the wonderful comments have brought tears to my eyes. Pres.
Hinckley was such an inspiration to me to do better in my life. I'm so
sorry that he had to leave us, but I rejoice that he is again with his dear
Marjorie and all the rest of his family. What a joyous reunion that must have
been! I will miss your inspiring words.
from argentina | 2:54 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
nuestras condolencias a la Familia Hinckey,
Brad and Michelle | 2:56 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We love you, President Hinckley. Thank you for everything you have done for the
church and the world. We will miss your sense of humor, hard work, example,
vision, eloquent talks, and boundless energy.
We miss you!
Well done, thou good and faithful servant.
We miss you!
Well done, thou good and faithful servant.
Kim | 2:59 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I am deeply saddened by the death of such a great servant of our Lord and
Savior. What an example he has been to me and my family over the years. I am so
blessed as are all of us to have had such an extraordinary leader. I am so
grateful for him and I will miss seeing what he's up to next. I will keep
his family in my prayers.
Sacramento CA | 2:59 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
My life has been greatly blessed because of your leadership. Thank you President
Hinckley. We love you and will miss you greatly.
Dave R | 2:59 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I grew up with President Hinckley always in the First Quorum, I feel like I know
him personally. I will surely miss him, but am so excited as to what awaits
him. You have left a great mark on this earth. God bless you and your family.
MEvans | 3:00 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
President Hinckley was the prophet throughout my entire teenage years and into
young adulthood. Thank you for being such a wonderful example to follow. How I
love you. I can't imagine the beauty of your reunion with your sweet wife.
Lmdansie | 3:01 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
What a wonderful world it would be if we were all more like Pres. Hinckley! Let
us resolve to more closely follow his example and counsel. We love you and wish
we could witness the joy you are experiencing right now!
Elizabeth in Indiana | 3:02 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Our children grew up loving President Hinckley. We love him and are grateful
for the blessings of a living prophet who has truly inspired and taught us to
follow the Savior. My favorite memories include the humble care he gave
President Benson and the way he carried his cane. Early morning seminary
students in our area had a special lesson about President Hinckley. We will
focus on lessons learned from him in home evening tonight. A non-member friend
expressed her sympathy at his passing. How easy it was to hope he would live to
be 100, and I will miss his wonderful voice and message next Conferance. What a
blessing we have in our church to know we have a prophet who receives direction
from God, and to know that blessing will continue as we sustain our new prophet.
May the Hinckley family be comforted and feel the love the world shares for our
beloved Gordon B. Hinckley. God Bless our Prophet dear, and his wonderful
family, too.
Bowers family in GA | 3:08 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We love you. You were a great man-our beloved prophet. You made an impact on
each of our lives. We will miss seeing you on t.v. at general conferences.
brother E Ohene Opare | 3:08 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
it was during presidentHinckley's time that I was called as an area
authority seventy. I remember visiting him in his office a very rare
opportunity
He rose from his seat to receive me and I was so humbled. What a humble man I said to myself and I there and then, decided to follow his footsteps to become humble too
I will forever remember him as he granted me the rare opportunity to take a picture with him and Elder Packer which hangs in our hall
my family and I will forever cherish that forever.
may his soul rest in perfect peace
He rose from his seat to receive me and I was so humbled. What a humble man I said to myself and I there and then, decided to follow his footsteps to become humble too
I will forever remember him as he granted me the rare opportunity to take a picture with him and Elder Packer which hangs in our hall
my family and I will forever cherish that forever.
may his soul rest in perfect peace
JCBROWN | 3:11 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
The world loses a Prophet but his family loses a Father, grandfather and great
grandfather. May the spirit bring to them great comfort and solace as the world
mourns with them.
Dale Anderson | 3:12 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I and my family have some much enjoyed Pres. Hinckley's leadership; we will
miss you!
Montano Family | 3:14 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Thanks President Hinckley for all your teachings, We love you very much and we
are so greatful for your great example, love, charity and kindness. You are
going to be missed. You were a truly example of Jesus Christ. "Till we meet
again"
The Meade Family, Utah | 3:31 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We will remember his optimism and humor. He did so much for the advancement of
the CHurch and the Gospel. Thank you to his family for sharing your dear father
with us as our Prophet. Well done Pres. Hinkley. See you on the other side!
Lyla Nock (Kinston, NC) | 3:33 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I love President Hinckley and will miss him very much but I am so grateful for
the wonderful example and leader he was for the church! What an amazing, kind
and humble servant of the Lord! He is with his dream girl Marjorie once again!
Grover | 3:35 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Today my school honored Pres. Hinckley by wearing church clothes. Even though
we wore church clothes we still need to "wear" the Spirit with us
everyday. Pres. Hinckley taught us to be Christlike to others and I hope that
we will do as he directs. Thank you Pres. Hinckley!!!
Valeria | 3:35 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
S� que el Presidente Hinckley es un Profeta de Dios, un
hombre maravilloso. �l ha bendecido mi vida y la de mi
familia con su ejemplo, su obra, su amor y sus hermosas e inspiradas palabras.
Lo vamos a extra�ar... pero el saber que, nuestro Profeta, se ha reencontrado con su amada esposa, a quien tanto �l extra�aba, me trae felicidad y esperanza en mi vida.
Lo vamos a extra�ar... pero el saber que, nuestro Profeta, se ha reencontrado con su amada esposa, a quien tanto �l extra�aba, me trae felicidad y esperanza en mi vida.
Craig from NC | 3:35 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Dear Pres. Hinckley, say hi to your wife for us all. Thank you for your years of
service. Till we meet again. With Love, Craig
Geoff Halversen | 3:40 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
You were an amazing prophet, our prayers are with you and your family, and we
love you...
The halversen family
The halversen family
Activity Day Girls in AZ | 3:43 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
We think that President Hinckley was a great prophet. We are going to miss him.
We are glad that he can be back with his wife. We are going to try to follow
his counsel and be more like him. Our prayers go out to his family and all of
us who loved him. Praise to the man!!!
danadu101 | 3:44 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I know that Gordon B. Hinckley was truly a prophet called from God, and that he
is back living with Father in Heaven now, and enjoying every minute of it.
I'm thankful for the time we got to have him, and for the knowledge that we
will one day be able to walk with him again. Thank you, God, for sending us such
and extraordinary man to guide our church.
Elaine | 3:45 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I am so sad, at our great loss,I Loved Pres. Hinckley. He is now happy with
those who went before him!!!
Ann | 3:48 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I wondered why my first reaction to the news of President Hinckley's death
was tears. But on reflection, I realize they were tears of joy for him, for his
dear wife, and for the wonderful reception he would be at that time, receiving
from our Savior, our Father, from Joseph Smith, and from President
Hinckley's extended family, as well as prophets who have succeeded him. It
is overwhelming to realize what is happening there and what it all means. I am
grateful for the years of his service I've known of him. He has been an
inspiration to me in so many ways. Whenever aging seems hard, all I've had
to do was think of him and have new courage.
Lilia Putt from Carlisle,PA | 3:53 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
What a sad news!President Hinckley is the the greatest prophet i have known
since i became member in our church.He is really my inspiration in my life and
my own family.I will missed his talks on conferences..i love to hear his voice
and really enlightens my mind and brings up spirit in my heart.We love Pres
Hinckley,we will surely missed his great example all over the world..your
love,faith,dedication,gratitude and smile to everybody.I knoe he is with her
loving wife now and they will be happy together.Condolences to Hinckley family.
Elizabeth Beall | 3:56 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
As spokesperson for Christian Science in Utah, we extend our prayers of comfort
to the LDS Church membership and especially the family of President Gordon B.
Hinckley. I was privileged to be in the audience to hear his recent speech at
the re-dedication of the State Capitol. His full life was a fine example of
serving one's church with true vigor.
Elizabeth Beall-Christian Science Committee on Publication for Utah
Elizabeth Beall-Christian Science Committee on Publication for Utah
Georgia J. Fenton | 3:59 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
A Prophet of the Most High God
Who honored the "Eternal Priesthood"
Your "Guidence and Love" Will Live On.
Your Humbleness to Serve.
For you Walked a Great Walk.
As in a Book You wrote:
To Stand A Little Taller
That "YOU DID" In Testimony
What a Blessing - Your Works not done.
Your "Home has changed to a Higher Sphere"
To Share again with your Dearest Marjorie.
But "You will be Greatly Missed"
For thats "Love"
Prayers to "Your Family"
As the "Mantle is Passed"
An awesome responsibilty. To Pres. Monson
Our Lords - "Words of Wisdom are Divine"
For My Prayers will be also for you and family.
Those who Serve.
Prophet: Gordon B. Hinckley
Thank You so Very Much in being "Who You Are"
For You have Left a mark on "MY Mortality"
That will carry on through "My Eternity"
You "Taught to spend Time Wisely"
For Time isn't bought. It's Called:
"Christ Like Love"
"For All of Father's Children"
"What a Legacy"
Who honored the "Eternal Priesthood"
Your "Guidence and Love" Will Live On.
Your Humbleness to Serve.
For you Walked a Great Walk.
As in a Book You wrote:
To Stand A Little Taller
That "YOU DID" In Testimony
What a Blessing - Your Works not done.
Your "Home has changed to a Higher Sphere"
To Share again with your Dearest Marjorie.
But "You will be Greatly Missed"
For thats "Love"
Prayers to "Your Family"
As the "Mantle is Passed"
An awesome responsibilty. To Pres. Monson
Our Lords - "Words of Wisdom are Divine"
For My Prayers will be also for you and family.
Those who Serve.
Prophet: Gordon B. Hinckley
Thank You so Very Much in being "Who You Are"
For You have Left a mark on "MY Mortality"
That will carry on through "My Eternity"
You "Taught to spend Time Wisely"
For Time isn't bought. It's Called:
"Christ Like Love"
"For All of Father's Children"
"What a Legacy"
Brent | 3:56 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
I will miss him a lot.
L. Clark | 3:58 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
President Hinckley and his wife Marjorie were examples of service in every way.
It reminds you of the difference one can make when you turn your life over to
God. Thank you to the Hinckley family for their sacrifice through sharing their
parents and granparents with us and the rest of the world.
Tracy Hill | 4:08 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
A true example of enduring to the end, I feel a great loss and at the same time
rejoice that he is at last able to rest. What a wonderful leader!
Anonymous | 4:06 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
What a great man and though we are sad for our loss we rejoice in knowing that
he is with his wife again who he loved so much.
KAREN | 4:12 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
THIS IS LIKE OUR POPE...WHAT A WONDERFUL MAN, OUR PROPHET...WE ARE SO HONORED TO
HAVE HAD SUCH A HUMBLE,GREAT MAN OF INTERGRITY AND CHARACTER LEAD THE CHURCH...I
AM SO HAPPY THAT HE IS NOW REUNITED WITH HIS BELOVED WIFE...IT'S TOO BAD
THE WORLD CAN'T APPRECIATE THE TREMENDOUS GOODNESS OF THIS WONDERFUL MAN!
Judifee | 4:19 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Sorry.Not because he's anything special in my life, but recently someone
died who was close to me too.
Jason | 4:18 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
A true example of enduring to the end! God bless President Hinckley
Jason Tolman | 4:19 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Our Family will greatly miss you but have great memories of what you have taught
us. It has been wonderful to be alive at this time and know you and other
prophets who have passed. You are certianly one of the last who could tell so
much about the churches struggles and growth over the last 97 years. I HOPE AND
PRAY MANY WILL COME OUT OF THE WOOD WORK BACK TO THE CHURCH BECAUSE OF YOUR
FAITH.
MDM | 4:19 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Bitter-Sweet News... He was a man for our times and will be deeply missed. The
good news is of coarse he is with his angel wife again and he has earned his
reward. The bad news is, it is our lose. Thank heaven (literially) that the
next prophet won't miss a beat in this work. Only if our goverment had
such a seamless transition. Our prayers are with Elder Monson and the Hinckley
family.
INDIANA | 4:20 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
How blessed we were to know a true disciple of Christ who endured so well doing
so much good -- not unlike his Master. We will continue to love him and strive
to follow his near perfect example.
blue | 4:21 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
how sad, how sad! the only good thing is that he can see his wife and enjoyher
company!!! he is in a better place!!!
Estaca SP.Brazil.Ja�ana | 4:16 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
A Terra perdeu temporariamente um grande l�der, e o Reino
dos Ce�s ganharam um. Nenhum
contempor�neo meu demonstrou mais amor que Pres. Hinckley.
Ele ensinou-me isso. Kleber Martin
Fredericks, Monmouth Oregon | 4:23 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008
Such wonderful testimonies...of such a great man...
He loved us and we knew it...He loved the Lord, and his Gospel and we knew that as well.
We loved him. He will be missed but only for a short while.
How blessed we all were to share in this era with him.
How grateful we are for the knowlege that he again shares his noble spirit with his sweetheart....
Renetta Frederick, Monmouth Oregon
He loved us and we knew it...He loved the Lord, and his Gospel and we knew that as well.
We loved him. He will be missed but only for a short while.
How blessed we all were to share in this era with him.
How grateful we are for the knowlege that he again shares his noble spirit with his sweetheart....
Renetta Frederick, Monmouth Oregon
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