Reader comments: Mourners pay respects, show love for President Hinckley
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davide | 11:47 a.m. Jan. 31, 2008
It was said:"You will recognize them from their fruits"...everyone that has listened to President Hinckley wanted to be a better person...Those are great fruits!!
Patricia M Fields | 12:28 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
WE WILL ALL IN THE LDS CHURCH MISS HIM. HE WAS A WONDERFUL LEADER AND A REAL MAN OF GOD. GORDON B. HINKLEY HAS GOIN HOME. AND I KNOW THAT HE WILL BE GREETED BY ALL OF THE SAINTS THAT WENT ON BEFORE HIM.
WE ALL LOVED HIM DEARLY.
WE ALL LOVED HIM DEARLY.
Brittany F. | 12:51 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
He was a great person, and was loved by all, he will be greatly missed but still greatly loved
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dn | 1:57 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
I will miss President Hinckley's great example and especially his sound advice and encouragement. I was privileged to sit in personal interview with him back in 1959 when he was an Assistant to the Twelve and I was seeking to return to the mission field after sustaining health problems. What he said to me greatly helped me with my testimony and be successful in facing problems throughout the rest of my life.
SisterMrs | 2:09 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Beautifully written article, Carrie. So happy that President Hinckley is with his sweet Marjorie and parents. So sad that we will no longer see him at General Conference.
Non-Mormon | 2:43 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Hinkley was a good person who helped a lot of people. It seems to me that Mormons should be throwing parties in celebration of his life and accomplishments instead of crying. I don't think anybody especially one who helped so many would want so much sadness to come from the end of his life. Smile, be happy, and enjoy all life. That I am sure is something he would wish.
Diane B. | 2:44 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Our returned missionary was just home from two years in Brazil when his neck was broken in an automobile accident. President Monson who was in the hospital that night, came to his room and gave him a blessing of healing and comfort.
Because of the crushing nature of the injury, all of the skills of the physician were brought into play. He later spoke with our family telling us he felt divine direction as he lay in bed the night before surgery considering how best to align the bones, and that it had proceeded exactly as he had planned. The hospital administrator noted in his opinion, that without the blessings of the priesthood that young man would have been paralized.
Shortly after a young family member who knew the Hinckley’s grandson told him what had occurred.
“Oh, I know all about that missionary”, he said. “My grandparents were at our home for dinner this past week, and we all knelt and prayed for him.”
President Hinckley, prophet of millions, had knelt with his wife and family in prayer for our son!
Because of the crushing nature of the injury, all of the skills of the physician were brought into play. He later spoke with our family telling us he felt divine direction as he lay in bed the night before surgery considering how best to align the bones, and that it had proceeded exactly as he had planned. The hospital administrator noted in his opinion, that without the blessings of the priesthood that young man would have been paralized.
Shortly after a young family member who knew the Hinckley’s grandson told him what had occurred.
“Oh, I know all about that missionary”, he said. “My grandparents were at our home for dinner this past week, and we all knelt and prayed for him.”
President Hinckley, prophet of millions, had knelt with his wife and family in prayer for our son!
Mary | 2:54 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
He will be sorely missed. But how wonderful how he gave his all until he left to go to Marjorie. I am sure our Heavenly Father said, "Well done, my son." I have met President Hinkley on two special occasions. While my husband served in the military, we met him in Germany when he visited the Conference held in 1966 for the military. I asked to take a picture of him, his wife, Marjorie and a daughter. The other was in the Joseph Smith Memorial building when he was a counselor to the President. We met him as we got off the elevator up two floors. My husband and I with two friends stood there staring. He came right over and shook our hands and said, "You look as lost as we do", meaning we were not sure where the reception was being held. It made our whole evening. I will miss him.
Iowa Member | 2:59 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
How I wish I could be there in person. I only saw President Hinckley twice in my life, once in the church administration building as he busily passed by like a whirlwind. That was in 1979. The next time was in Council Bluffs in 1997 at the Iowa School for the Deaf. He was there for a celebration of the Mormon Battalion. He always loved to honor history and the dear saints who gave their all for the early church. As he rose to speak, he made the "I Love You" sign for the deaf in the audience who were there. It was almost audible, the joy they had when he made that sensitive gesture to them. I know he loved us all. We were so fortunate to have him as our dear Prophet. I pray for his family. I know they are comforted but that they, and us, will miss him dearly. On a personal note, I love you too! God be with you till we meet again. I can't wait!
June Sorensen | 3:05 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
I was selfish to wish that the miracle of President Hinckley would endure with us until the millennium. I now realize that he would want to be with his sweetheart, and I am content to cherish his memory.
Brother J | 3:19 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Truely one of the greatest men that ever lived. I will miss President Hinckley and know that he is with his dear wife that he has missed. Thank you for teaching me to be a better person in all that I do. I am a better person because of President Hinckley. God be with you...
SD | 3:51 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
This article captures the truth of President Hinkley's sojourn here in this life and evokes an emotion of deep love and respect for a man who left this world a better place. Thank you for expressing it so well.
John H. | 3:58 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
If you didn't respect him while he was alive, it does little good to pay your respects after he has passed away.
Sister B. | 4:07 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
I loved President Hinkley. He was truly a great role model for everybody. Even though he has passed on his influence will always be with us, and we will remember him as a truly wonderful and amazing man.
lds | 4:07 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
We are converts and we're truly grateful to be a part of this LDS family. Pres. Hinckley is the only prophet whom we all were able to listen to in those years since we were baptized into the Church. Pres. Hinckley's,"Way to Be" book has been very inspirational to our children. We all cherish deep in our hearts Pres. Hinckley's GREAT example to all of us. We will surely miss him... We love you Pres. Hinckley. God be with you till we meet again!
from a former LDS | 4:11 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
President Hinkley was the president of the church when i gained a testimony and when i lost it. I certainly have mixed feelings (mostly ill) towards the church now, but all of my feelings towards president hinkley are good. He was a great ambassador for the church. He will be missed.
TKC | 4:28 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Wonderfully written article. I am lucky enough to work downtown and was able to go over to the viewing right before lunch. It was such a sweet experience. I cried when I saw the card display written by his grandchildren. I have always emulated President Hinckley and only hope that I can be one one-hundredth of the man that he was. God be with you 'til we meet again my brother.
Bill L. | 5:42 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
I am a convert to the LDS Church, baptized in July of 1977. Myself, my wife, and two of our three children had the opportunity to attend the 150 anniversary of the saints coming to Council Bluffs, Iowa (I forgot the year, it was like 1995 or 1996). President Hinckley attended and spoke on that special Saturday afternoon. I was standing in front of the stage, and I took a picture of President Hinckley. He looked straight at my camera, with a smile, and a special twinkle in his eye. After I returned home, and I had my film developed. After examing the processed photos, I started to cry when I saw the photo of President Hinckely. That photo was special since he had that certain smile and twinkle in his eye. The picture turned out all so clear. There will be many memories of President Hinckley, and now he his wife his beloved wife, and Heavenly Father. So, dear President Hinckley, this is not goodbye but may Heavenly Father be with you 'til we meet again.
Cami Snyder | 5:50 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
We will miss Pres. Hinkley's wonderful optimistic outlook on life and people. You could not meet him or even just hear him speak without feeling the warmth, love and kindness he had for everyone in and out of the church. Pres. Hinkley was a very humble man who loved God. His love for God and his son Jesus Christ was evident in everything he said and did, how he lived his life and how he treated others. It is a bit easier to say "farewell" for now, knowing the sweet reunion that is taking place on the other side...especially with his sweet wife. Pres. Hinkley was a great strength to everyone in the church and those outside of the church as well and will be greatly missed. Until we meet again ;-)
Marilyn Day | 7:03 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Although I never met him personally I felt like I knew him. He has been such a great example and I truly love him. I loved his humor and wit. I looked forward to hearing him speak at Conference. He always made me smile! He had such a love for all people, and had such a positive attitude about life and showed so much compassion for others. He also had amazing energy to get the work done. When he would speak, you felt like he was talking directly to you, and you could feel such a sweet spirit. I'm rejoicing for him because he is now with his sweet wife who he missed dearly. He will be greatly missed!
Beth and Travis | 7:58 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Pres. Hinckley will be truly missed. He has been a great example to all of us and we truly loved his talks.
DBarton | 8:00 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Thank you for this wonderful article that allows us to feel the spirit of this occassion --- even though we are miles away. We love Pres Hinckley and thank his family for sharing him with all of us!
CaliMan | 8:19 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
I remember right after I graduated high school I went out to Utah with a couple friends. We attending sacrament with a friends aunt. Shortly before the meeting started I felt overcome with the spirit, next thing I know President Hinckley was right beside me walking from the back of the chapel to the front. We had no idea that he would be there. The spirit bore witness to me that day that he was truly called of God to be a Prophet, no words had to be spoken, just the spirit he carried you knew, and you knew he loved you. I will always be thankful for that experience.
LDS member??? | 8:31 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
President Hinckley was truly a wonderful man. I will miss him so much. He is the only prophet so far that I have seen and listened to. That is because I was born nearly thirteen years ago, and I have never heard any other prophet speek. I remember when My dad and my brothers went to a mens' conference to hear them speak, and I was so jelous. I wished that for that night, and that night only, I could be a man, because I wanted to see the "President of the church of Jesus christ, of latterday saints. But, even though I have never seen him in person, I will still miss him so much. And with the comments I have read, I can see that many people care for and love him so much. Thank you, and God be with you untill we are able to meet again.
CfromNY | 8:32 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
Ever since I heard of President Hinkley's passing, I've been drawn to this site and the poignant messages of a man who lived a life that all Christians should aspire. I've spoken with Missionaries in the past and started to read the Book of Morman, but what seemed to be important work issues always got in the way.
But something amazing has been happening over the last few days. I'm still tired at the end of the day, still have many things to do, and yet the glimpses into the remarkable life of President Hinkley have me turning to the Bible and the Book of Morman, praying more.
I'm not sure where this journey will lead me, but already I feel even closer to the Heavenly Father in a way I haven't since I was a young girl with all the simple intensity of a child's faith.
Thank you President Hinckley for bringing me closer to God.
But something amazing has been happening over the last few days. I'm still tired at the end of the day, still have many things to do, and yet the glimpses into the remarkable life of President Hinkley have me turning to the Bible and the Book of Morman, praying more.
I'm not sure where this journey will lead me, but already I feel even closer to the Heavenly Father in a way I haven't since I was a young girl with all the simple intensity of a child's faith.
Thank you President Hinckley for bringing me closer to God.
The Roberts Family | 11:53 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008
President Hinckley we love you and we are so very grateful to you, we have felt your spirit many many times, you truly have been the prophet of our time. We are so happy for you that you are with your dear sweet wife, we know the heavens welcomed you with great excitement and love. We will truly miss you. You have left us with so much, love, inspiration and a heartfelt desire to truly live as our Heavenly Father would want us to. We felt of your spirit so very strongly today as we walked through the conference center, even as you have passed through the veil, your influence is still felt so strongly. Thank you with all our hearts for all you have done for us, the church and the world, how very blessed we all are to have been taught and inspired by God's prophet in these last days. We love you and truly are so very grateful to you and your sweet family for sharing with the world a most amazing man, a prophet of God. Thank you. We love you.
Mary | 12:17 a.m. Feb. 1, 2008
What a wonderful prophet was Gordon B. Hinckley. I wish that I could always be the way he asked us to be, just a little bit better. Maybe in memory of him, we could all give a bit to the PERPETUAL EDUCATION FUND. What a legacy that would leave in his name! Remember when He said, “The way before us is clear, the need is tremendous, and the Lord has pointed the way. . . . Let us open our hearts, let us reach down and lift up, let us open our purses, let us show a greater love for our fellowmen. The Lord has blessed us so abundantly. And the needs are so great." (Gordon B. Hinckley, Ensign, Nov. 2001, 54) Thank you, President Hinckley for inspiring me and giving me many good memories. Thank you for serving so well. I hope to share with others what you kindled in me.
S frm Idaho | 4:59 a.m. Feb. 1, 2008
I grew up watching and listening to Pres. Hinckley. I saw him in action many times, running almost. But yes, he was still smiling. I knew that he loved us all, when he said he did. Pres. Hinckley, I love you for teaching me to love all. Those sweet words spoken at times when needed. The desire to follow you because my heart told me so. I could go on and on. Now I am running, and I am working at smiling besides. You are one of the greatest men I will ever know. I love you Pres.Hinckley.
Steve | 3:36 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008
It offends the Catholics how you mormons have to portray and compare this to when Pope John Paul died,millions upon millions including NON Catholics mourned the Popes death.. I dont exactly see millions outside of hinckleys viewing, go youtube the Popes viewing if you want to compare religions. The Pope was A TRUE MAN OF GOD! hinckely is NOTHING to us
william, kentucky | 7:16 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008
with expressions of sympathy to the hinkley family,
the faithful, and the church. president hinkley was
a great example of faith, and diplomat to the world.
i shall be watching the services and praying for his
soul. may light perpetual shine upon him. amen.
the faithful, and the church. president hinkley was
a great example of faith, and diplomat to the world.
i shall be watching the services and praying for his
soul. may light perpetual shine upon him. amen.
Carl, Arizona | 12:04 a.m. Feb. 2, 2008
President Hinckley will forever be remembered as a great and wonderful man and prophet of God. His example, compassion, endurance, service, and testimony of the Savior Jesus Christ has strengthened me and I will ever cherish having him as our prophet. Thank you President Hinckley for all that you have done. "We Thank Thee O God for a Prophet!"
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