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LDS President Gordon B. Hinckley dies at age 97

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Victor Roca and fam. from cancun | 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
we loved the prophet so much, and we know that he is in a better place now, next to his wife. we will remember him as a good man and a great prophet of God...
Mariposa | 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
That must have been some reunion--his wife Marjorie and the Savior. I'm sure he heard the words "Well done, thou good and faithful servant".
Nathan (MO) | 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
"hail to the prophet, ascended to heaven"
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Shauna | 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Words can't describe the sorrow and the love that I felt for President Hinckley. He will be missed. Thank you for your unselfish service and dedication to the Lord. May you and your family be blessed forever. Thank you for your great example.
Pineapple Wang's Family | 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley, you will be missed by millions of faithful members. We we blessed for knowing you.
The Hubler family | 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We love you President Hinckley. We miss you so much already.
Thank you for your service. You have earned your reward and your rest.
The Rogers Family | 9:30 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We as a family will always remember President Hinkley. His talks will be missed at conference time. We always looked forward to hearing his voice, it was always a blessing to our family. Our prayers go out to his family now. Thank you President Hilkley, we will miss you.
Ingrid and John | 9:31 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He was truly a man of God. What an example of love and service, he lives in our hearts. What a wonderful thing the reunion of him and the women of his dreams must have been. Thank you President Hinckley. We love you and will miss you until we see you again.
Brights | 9:31 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
When I heard the news I cried. My husband and I sang the hymn "We thank Thee O God for a Prophet". I am so grateful to have listened to his counsel. I love him so dearly- we will miss him. He is a man of virtue and service. He lived his life to serve.

The Brights
Western Australia
Robert Keenan | 9:31 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley you will be missed by us all and your dreams and vision will continue. Good luck with your new calling and thank you for all you did.Now you can watch over us all.
Cody Cooks | 9:31 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We are so grateful for his life. He now has a well deserved rest from his earthly cares. We will miss him dearly!
Scot and Maurine Proctor | 9:31 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We send blessings and love to the Hinckley's children Kathy, Richard, Virginia, Clark and Jane. We love President Hinckley and are saddened at his passing and we rejoice in his amazing and wonderful life and in the reunion of this beloved man with his precious Marjorie. The whole world has been blessed by the life of this Prophet of God--a friend to all.
Forest Eldridge & Family | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
The world is lessened by his passing, his example will always be before us. He is loved by us and will be sorely missed, but he has gone to be with his wife as it should be.
The Long Family | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
As recent converts President Hinkley was an inspiration and a deciding factor in our conversion to the Gospel. His dedication to the family was like a beacon to family that was lost and oour lives have changed so significantly in the two years we have been actively participating in developing a family that will last for all eternity. We will miss him deeply and share in the joy of eternity that his family has to look forward to.
The Clunes Northwest Arkansas | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We will always be greatful for this wonderful man, a prophet of God. We will miss him but we are also happy that he is with his beloved companion. "Well done thou good and faithful servant!"
Bynum Family/California | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
It was with great sorrow & shock to hear of the death of our beloved prophet, President Hinkley. That sorrow is only diminished by knowing of his happiness at the long anticipated reunion with his dear wife Majorie and to be greeted by the Savior himself. If we could all be as faithful and diligent with our given time upon the earth. What an outstanding example of Christlike service and compassion. The loss will be felt, but the legacy will continue on. Thank you President Hinckley we love and miss you.
The Bingham Family/AZ | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What a great life .... and now he's with his beloved wife and parents. We will miss him ... but he is having a joyous reunion!!!
Andrew | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Thank you President Hinckley for your service. I always appreciated your sense of humor during General Conferences. You will be greatly missed.

McMinnville, OR
Debbie H. | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We have been so...blessed with the years of service by President Gordon B. Hinckley. When I was a teenager we only had 16 temples throughout the world. Since President Hinckley starting serving in the First Presidency there have been an explosion of Temples built and dedicated. That is a legacy that I will always associate with him. He is truly a Prophet of God! This world is simply a better place because of his service to the Lord. He never gave up, he couldn�t give up! I am thankful for the knowledge that we have. I know that he is with those of whom have passed before. I know that he was welcomed as a man of faith and love. He will never be forgotten! His love for all mankind continues to live in all of us who seek to serve with diligence and love. He would want us to continue to serve and to love one another as he as loved us!
DonM | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Way to be! Thanks for Standing for Something.
Nicole | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Forever in our hearts, he will truly be missed. We push forward following his amazing example. Our prayers go out to his family and the Apostles.

The Trudo's
Bentonville, AR
Grace | 9:32 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We thank thee oh God for a Prophet..a prophet such as Gordon Bitner Hinckley. He was a wonderful prophet and will be missed...yet I can imagine the joy he is now experiencing with the reunion with his wife...that is priceless.

I will love this great man!
The Ackerman's of Alaska | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Our dear Prophet, we love you always, we will miss you until we see you again ( I am sad and crying )
D Smith Family | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
The great prophet Gordon B. Hinckley will be missed by our family. We are happy for having known him, better for having heard him and best when we follow his inspired teachings. Our prayers go out for the the Hinkley family as we thank the Lord for the blessing of eternal families. We look forward to the opportunity to shake brother Gordon's hand in the courts on high and thank him personaly for his service to us and our Heavenly Father.
Westover Family | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We thank God for a prophet! Wow! What a wonderful time we live in to have a prophet who has lived such a full life and has been such a blessing to the world. We, the Westover and Jorgensen families have been VERY blessed by the life of President Gordon B. Hinckley and are VERY thankful to God for him, his family and the testimonies that we have that he is a prophet of the living God!
Famyly Franco | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Whe sorry for your lost and whe hope then this man is with your loved wife your beautiful princes whe so sorry for your lost.


He really was a god men
Alaska | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley we will miss you unique humor and your strong testimony of the living Christ. Your legacy will be remembered for many years to come. Thank you for your service to the world.
devin matson | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
to see him die is sad but he his happy to be with his family and jesus so at least we know he is in a good place now
The Stinson Family, N.C. | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
We thank thee, oh God for this Wonderful Prophet. How grateful I am to him. He will be missed.
Ray | 9:33 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley is a great man. He did so much for so many people. He will be missed.
Barb R-- Indiana | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
I am so happy to know he will be joined with his loved ones already passed. I am pleased to know he will be with my twin who passed 5 mo ago. I appreciate his willingness to serve and his great way of serving. What an awesome man and prophet!
I loved his sense of humour!
Paul & Thelma McMillon | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
we love President Hinckley. We joined the church in 2000.We are in our 80's
Patty | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What a man, what a Prophet. His leadership, counsel and love for everyone will forever stand out to the world. This beloved man brought the church out into the world, spiritually, politically and socially. May his family be blessed at this sad time but oh the joyful reunion with his sweet wife and to see his mother, oh my, I cannot imagine his joy. Our prayers are with the current leaders and apostles as well as his family. Forever grateful for him. My grandson said, "How could you look at the man and not know He is a Prophet of God."
Tennessee Missionary | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What energy as a leader. Sprinkled with wit and humor. We'll miss his shining example. I'm sure his reunion with his beloved wife is a very happy one!!! We love you President Hinckley!!!
Anonymous | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
we'll miss President Hinckley
WE LOVE U


Rivas Family
Vaka from Hauula HI | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Aloha, President Hinkley. Say HELLO to those who have passed. Aloha means hello and good bye for a time. Take care and we hope we will follow your advise to carry on the faith!!
KELLY HARMSEN | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
HE WAS DARLING. HE LIVED ALWAYS WHAT HE TAUGHT. I ALREADY MISS HIM. THANK-YOU, HINCKLEY FAMILY FOR ALL OF YOUR SACRIFICES, TOO. OUR LOVE AND GRATITUDE.
Junius | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
A great man. A great prophet of God.
What an example of how to live.
McCallisters, Cairo, Egypt | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley - A beloved leader with great vision who always saw the good and beauty in life and in people throughout the world.
Gillaire | 9:35 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What a wonderful man. I will his wonderful humor and loving words always. He will now be with his sweet wife again. He will be missed.
Linda | 9:34 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
He was such a gentle soul yet a profoundly powerful leader. His powerful influence was felt throughout the Church and the world. He has done so much good in both 'arenas'. Rest in peace, President Hinckley. You are so loved here but so much more loved in the glorious place you are now privileged to occupy along with your beloved wife. Love and condolences to the Hinckley family he left behind. I will miss him as will millions of Church members who tenderly revered him as our Dear Prophet. Goodbye Dear President Hinckley. We love you.
Anonymous | 9:35 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
My seven year old said it best "I loved him so much. It's like my grandpa died."
Jeff and Naomi | 9:35 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Even though we never met him, words cannot express what he has meant to us.

Thank You President Hinckley.

We love You..
Mehan Family, AZ | 9:35 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
Most of President Hinckley's life was spent in service to God. What a wonderful example he set for all of us. We will miss him so much!
Debbie and Family | 9:35 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley was an inspiration to so many and set such a fine example for us all. Our condolences to his family.
Dottie | 9:35 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
So shocking to hear of his passing...but happy for him that he is now with his beloved wife Marjorie. He will always be in our hearts as a beloved Prophet and friend to all.
Liahona in Philippines | 9:36 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
pres.hinckley was a very great example to us! he is a man of honor & very dedicated to d church! let us continue to follow his examoles & his teachings!god bless his family. .
Larry | 9:36 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
President Hinckley once mused that he and Sister Hinckley were in reasonably good health; however, they no longer bought green bananas. Long life is a gift but usefulness to such a degree over such a long life is a rare legacy for the ages. What a wonderful example of what a life can be, if we all are but willing to do what is right and let the consequence follow each and every day.
DAY-GOMES in MEXICO | 9:35 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
What a wonderful man. He leaves a legacy that touch many lives. We love him and happy because he will meet his beloved Marjorie.
James T. | 9:36 p.m. Jan. 27, 2008
The world all over morns both the loss of a great prophet as well as a great man!! My condolences to the Hinkley family, and prayers to all of us that we can continue to carry on the things that President Hinkley strived to teach us all. Things that he lived and emulated so very well...

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Broadcaster Mike Wallace, top, laughs as President Gordon B. Hinckley speaks at "A Celebration of Life" tribute to the prophet in July 2005. The event at the Conference Center, which marked President Hinckley's 95th birthday, featured performances by Donny Osmond, Gladys Knight and Wallace.

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