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LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley dies at age 97
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soups | 9:01 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We were saddened to hear the news. We love President Hinckley very much. Thank
you for all you do; we'll strive to follow your example.
Neil R. | 9:01 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I'm so happy he will finally be with his wife again. He loved her so much.
He was a friend to many, and spent his life serving the world. He was so good,
so pure. A more Christ-like person I have yet to meet. I miss him already.
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Aubrey Schultz | 9:01 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I am 10 years old and just wanted to say that I'm sad that he is no longer
our prophet, but glad he can be with his wife in Heaven.
Hale Family | 9:01 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley was a hero's hero. Thank God that we got to know him.
We loved him dearly. He will be missed. It's comforting to know that the
World and the Church are in the Lord's hands.
Tupou from Alaska | 9:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We will miss you President Hinckley. Your teachings will continue to live in our
hearts. We will always treasure your devoted service to the Lord and will stand
in Holy Places until we see you again in our Father's Mansion. We will miss
your warm sense of humors.
Elizabeth | 9:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We'll really miss you President Hinkley, you truley were a remarkable man.
It will be a lot differant without you here.
Elisa Velasquez | 9:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
president hinckley will be missed, I thank him for his devotion and optimistic
spirit, he was a great man, I dont evn have to mention it. He was a blessing to
this church, the prophet of God.
Yvette | 9:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
When we told our six-year old son that President Hinckley had died, he asked us
why we didn't pray earlier so he wouldn't die. He told us that he was
very sad that President Hinckley had died. We explained to him that President
Hinckley died of old age and that the prophet was now with his wife and others
whom he loved, just not here on with us. This helped ease his sadness. And it
helped also to relieve the sadness, yet bring in comfort to all of the children
in our family.
Nathan Matson | 9:02 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley was a great inspiration to me and i will miss him so much. He
was an amazing individual and such a great role model.
Hanson Family Utah | 9:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We will miss President Hinckley. We loved him and he will be greatly missed. He
was very faithful and dedicated to all of the world. Thank you President
Hinckley.
We love you and will miss you.
We love you and will miss you.
Michelle Rice | 9:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I will forever love you President Hinckley. As a convert to the church in
1998.... you are an amazing example and a man of integrity. Thank you
Lisa | 9:03 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He has been the president my whole life. I'll miss him and always remember
him.
Amazing Man! | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Gordan B. Hinkley was one of the greatest inspirations in my life!! I
will miss him dearly, but I know that he is with his wife now and it was his
time to go! He lived a great life and now as members we need to carry on his
legacy and what he lived for. The church is still true, and with this knowledge
WE will move on! May God be with everyone!!
Marisha Farnsworth
Marisha Farnsworth
The Williams | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley has had a huge impact on our lives. We love him so very
much! Everything he stood for was strong, positive, good, charitable, loving,
and gracious. While he will be missed, he will never be forgotten, but will
live on in our hearts till we meet again.
Our love and prayers go out to his wonderful family at this time of great loss.
Our love and prayers go out to his wonderful family at this time of great loss.
Kathryn | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He truly was a great man. He lived to serve others and I hope that we all can
follow his example. With him gone it hits me that even though I never met him I
loved him anyways. His smiles warmed our hearts while his words brought us
comfort. He makes me want to be a better person while I can and to make better
decisions in my life. It also helps me realize how close Heavenly Father is to
us and that he wants us to be happy. I will dearly miss him and hope to see his
smile again someday. I know that my Redeemer lives and loves each of us. I thank
you for the bottom of my heart, my dearest President Hinckley.
Anon | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What an honor to be raised in a time with such a loving, honorable man. He has
taught so much and brought so much joy to many whether LDS or non-LDS. His
inspirations are in all our hearts and homes and the love and example he has
shown will be a legacy for all. Thank you to his loving family for sharing him
with all of us all over the world we are truly blessed by being able to learn
from his teachings.
Ray and Christy Corbett | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Dear President Hinckley. Our beloved prophet and friend. To his family, please
know how much we loved and revered him and will remember him always.
Kate from KS | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We are all very sad, but we know that he is very happy. He is the only prophet
I knew...
CLW | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
THough not a member, I thought highly of the man and his values.
the ciotti family | 9:04 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
we'll miss you president Hinkley!!! you were the best president ever!!!!!!
Cristiane | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Querido Presidente Hinckley, que grande perda mas que grande exemplo! Obrigada
por ser o grande homem e lider que foi e continuara sendo. Thanks!
Marty | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
A man i never got to meet but has made the greats impact on my life.Words can
not express the love i have for this man. He will be greatly missed and truly
needed on the other side to carry on the work.
Edwin H. White Mississippi | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President David O. McKay introduced me to President
Hinkley between the two conference session on the day that President Hinkley became the newest
Apostle. All of the Church and the World will
miss one of it's Greatest mortals.
Hinkley between the two conference session on the day that President Hinkley became the newest
Apostle. All of the Church and the World will
miss one of it's Greatest mortals.
The Wilder Family | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We believe that he has done more for the spreading of the Gospel of Jesus Christ
since Joseph Smith, Jr. He was definitely a great example of kindheartedness.
The Myers Family | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I am truly happy that he and his sweetheart are together. What a true love story
and what a great man. Our Heavenly Father truly has a plan.
Bryan T J | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I cannot say how much President Hinckley's words and spirit have helped me
in my life. I will miss him always.
The Murphy Family | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
The Great Temple Builder....we are all so indebted!
Oregon | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What an age to live to for anyone! I hope he stays as jubilant in heaven as he
was on Earth. I can't wait to meet him on the other side someday.
krystle perth | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley was a great great leader of the church and a kind man, he
will be missed :(
Anissa | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We wil all miss him and it is a shame that he is gone, but he is in a better
place now.
Carrie | 9:05 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I am so happy for him and for his wife, that they are together again, but it
sure is hard for those of us left behind!
hinkley lover | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
i can't stop crying
karl NM | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
we all die i cant wait to be with him
Eric | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley was truly a great man. I had the opportunity to see him in
Vancouver, B.C., some years ago and was truly impressed with the spirit he had
about him. He truly lived what he taught and was a great spokesman for the
church. I am sad to see him go.
The Arafiles Family | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We will be forever grateful for your love and good example. We have been
blessed by your inspired leadership. We will surely miss you President Gordon B.
Hinckley.
Elder Swallow YCSM -FH Library | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley was and forever will be an inspiration to all. For the 3
years I have been a member of the church his words have encouraged me and
uplifted me. He will be greatly missed but celebrated in his homegoing. May we
live striving to follow his teachings and continue to be his light that he set
forth.
Mourning in California | 9:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I feel like my wise Grandfather has passed suddenly... oh I wish he never had
to. I will miss you Pres. Hinckley... so much. Thank you for promoting peace
and tolerance to people of all faiths and backgrounds. You spoke with education,
understanding, and your wonderful wit and humor. "Standing for
Something" you did and I am inspired to do the same. God bless you my dear,
dear prophet and may you rest.
The Fallis Family | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
To our beloved prophet, thank you for all the many things you have done in the
name of our elder Brother. We have been truly blessed to know you.
The Prisbrey Family, Hend, NV | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We love you President Hinckley! We will miss you!
MikeA | 9:06 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
God bless you President Hinckley and God bless your family at this time. Thank
you for your service to all of us. We love you and you will be well remembered
in the annals of the church's history.
Mantel Family | 9:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We thank thee O God for a prophet! President Hinckley was a great example of
love and service. We will miss you greatly! Although our grief is great, we
know that you are very happy being reunited with your dear Marjorie. We love
you! Thank You!
Toolson Family | 9:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We will always remember you for many reasons - your devotion, energy, humor and
making all of us feel better about ourself. I am weeping as I write this!
The Moreland Family | 9:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I want to express my deepest gratitude to his family for a wonderful lifetime of
service that has blesssed me, my family and the world. Oh how we loved our
Prophet. I am so thankful that he is now reunited with his beautiful sweetheart
Marjorie Pay Hinckley. God bless you.
The Merette Family | 9:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
May your homecoming be a joyous occasion! We love you President Hinckley and
will miss your kind and powerful presence.
John and Marie Fullmer Family | 9:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He was sustained Prophet of the Church the month we were married. Now our five
children love him too! We express our love and appreciation to him and his dear
family. He was truly born for this 'page in history'. A wonderful
prophet, leader and friend to all. We love you, dear President Hinckley!
Boise, Idaho
Boise, Idaho
James & Judy Dalton | 9:07 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Thank you President Hinckley for your untiring service and wonderful example
throughout your life. Thank you for the many Temples both spiritually and
physically that you oversaw. We will miss you but are happy that you are
greeting those who have gone on before, especially your beloved Marjorie.
Tim & Nate | 9:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Our hearts are heavy for the loss of this great man. He has changed the course
of mankind by his leadership and love of us all.
The Manwaring Family | 9:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Thank you President Hinckley for loving all mankind. You have done your part and
now we all must do ours too. Until we meet again.
The Bourland Family | 9:08 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
A truly GREAT man. We will miss him a lot and his inspirational leadership. Our
prayers are with his family.
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