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Mari, Puerto Rico | 8:29 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

I feel privileged having known such and extraordinary human being. He was a true Prophet. His counsel, love, and example marked my life. I thank our Heavenly Father for the blessing of having him as our leader. I will miss him very much.

MAYTHE AYALA | 8:34 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

WE WILL TRULY GOING TO MISS OUR BELOVED PROFHET ,PRESIDENT HICKLY !!
WITH GRADITUDE AND GREAT LOVE FOR YOU !!
THA AYALA - CADENAS FAMILY
FROM SAN MARCOS, CALIFORNIA

Bob | 8:54 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

Our family were truly sad at the passing of our beloved Prophet but happy for him as he will be with his wife. When investigating the church about 14 years ago, it was President Hinckley speaking at an April conference on Easter Sunday which the Spirit spoke to my heart that this man is truly a man of God and this church and gospel are true. Our love and prayers are with the Hinckley family.

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Stacey | 8:50 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

Oh my goodness! Can you imagine the joy and delight that occured beyond the veil when our dear Prophet was reunited with his sweetheart of so many years? I know that twinkle in his eyes is still there, and he is in great company! Well done thou good and faithful servant, well done!
May God keep watch over his family during this difficult time, and help them to know we love them and are thinking of them.

LDS Bahamas | 8:59 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

We are deeply saddened by our dear Prophet's death but we also have the joy in our hearts knowing that he is now reunited with his beloved companion. Pres. Hinckley has made a tremendous impact in the life of our family as converts. We always looked forward to the conferences and the beautiful messages he always delivered. Pres. Hinckley will continue to live in our hearts. We love him dearly. We have been truly blessed by his remarkable example.

Diane Young, Arkansas | 9:52 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

I loved President Hinckley. I had the honor and privilege of seeing him in person and although there were thousands in the room I felt like he was talking just to me and he was my personal friend. That is how he made people feel. He was an exceptional man and my family will miss him terribly, but we are very thankful for the knowledge of eternal families and we know he is rejoicing in heaven with his wife Margie. May we all gather strength and press forward in rightousness through the examples and life of this great Prophet. He has truly blessed our lives forever.

Grace Amundsen | 9:51 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

Thank you for your devotion and being such an inspiration in my life. And thank you for having the same birthday as myself. President Hinckley you will be missed but we rejoice in your exaltation.

David, Arizona | 10:02 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

My family and I are very sadden to hear about the passing of President Hinkley. My Wife was baptized in the same year that President Hinkley was called to be our Prophet. Our Daughter was also baptized while Presdent Hinkley was our Prophet. We were hoping that President Hinkley would live until after our Son would be baptize which will be this Sat. Feb 2nd. Our prayers goes out to the Hinkley's famlies and to all of us as members of the Church of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Saints. We will miss him very very much.

Gordon & Betty , California | 9:59 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

We are deeply sadden of the passing of our dear Prophet Gordon B Hinckley. but, we know he is reunited with his Beloved Marjorie. God Bless the
Hinckley family.

To Meq: | 10:14 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

Meq, there are 13 million members of the church worldwide, the majority of which are outside of the state of Utah. So indeed, there are mourners worldwide. I don't understand your need to attack the notion that this great man was beloved throughout the world, which he definitely was. I stood in a stadium of 100,000 people in Rio De Janeiro who had come to hear him speak. Also, if the world mourning is based on where in the paper it is located, as you seem to indicate, it was the head story on CNN.com last night.

zombo | 10:12 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

HAHA

matt, boise | 10:31 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

Thank you for the years of dedication and sacrifice President Hinkley. It's hard to say goodbye to one of my true heros in life. Til we meet again!

shawna, central pt or | 10:38 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

no words can adequately express what an amazing man President Hinckley is! a spiritual giant...a man of uncompromising integrity, 'steadfast and immovable'...yet one of the most humble, loving, compassionate and approachable men ever to walk this earth! i am in awe as i think of the millions of lives he has touched...his life, example and positive impact has left a lasting legacy. as much as we will surely feel the absence of such an incredible leader...i am comforted as i imagine the glorious reunion and welcome home celebration that has taken place with his beautiful wife, his beloved parents and family, and all those that had been awaiting his arrival back to his heavenly home. how grateful i am for the knowledge that life is eternal. i love you now and forever, my beloved prophet...til we meet again, may our Savior wrap you in his loving embrace

with reverence and love...
the marshall family

Sue and Bill of MO. | 11:03 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

On behalf of all the missionaries through out the world who were called to their missions by this great Prophet, may we say "Thank You" for your example and faith in us to carry on the great work that you have called us to do. We honor you and will do our best to finish the work of the Lord where ever we are serving. You are our inspiration of enduring to the end. Peace be with you and your family now.

Don Crawford | 11:01 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

The greatest tribute to our beloved dead is to translate our love for them to others, still amoungst us on this side of the veil.

I gotta' believe that President Hinkley wants us to continue to press on with our collective mission. Except as it related to his lovely wife, President Hinkley never seemed to be overtly sentimental.

Kathy | 11:18 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

Thank you President Hinckley for all your love and prayers on our behalf! We love you and miss you but can look forward to seeing you once again!

Joanne Tredway FL | 11:26 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

President Hinckley came closer to what I imagine my heavenly Father to be than any man I have known. His love and compassion, his unending joy and optmisim, his approachability, his wisdom. He just got kinder and more loving as he got older. He was suffused with light and a great example of hope. I will miss him especially at conference. I often wished that he would just stand at the podium and talk for the last two hours of conference, that we could all soak up his spirit and love. Oh, how lovely. You are missed already and will long be remembered.

Kathy, Tulare CA | 11:40 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

Thank you beloved President Hinckley. Words are not enough for all your love and kindness to all around the world. Rest in God's tender care and enjoy your muchly deserved reward in heaven with your beloved wife.Till we meet again..Peace and Love !

Marie McCowan, Florida/Idaho | 11:48 p.m. Jan. 28, 2008

I thank God that I was blessed to have had the benefit of this great Prophet. He was an inspiration to all who heard him -- if they were in tune with the Spirit at all. I loved him as though he were a dear personal friend and followed his counsel as nearly as I could.

I also have great respect for President Monson and pray for in his behalf that he will have the strength to carry on the heavy load of leading this great Church.

Caesar | 12:20 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

The world has truely lost a Prophet of God, A holy man, a saint. His voice, council, dedication, faith strength and conviction has been engraven into my mind and spirit. I Hope that we can all follow his footsteps as he followed the Lord's.

God Bless you President Hinckley. I am greatfull to God for your service and faithfulness.

Sam, Colorado | 1:43 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

What an amazing man! I can only imagine how sacred it must have been in the Spirit World the moment Pres. Hinckley entered. I am so grateful for the opportunity to gain a testimony of the truth while Pres. Hinckley was our beloved prophet. I am so grateful to have felt his love for me and for all every time he spoke. I am so grateful for God's great plan of happiness and that the work will roll forth and that He will continue to communicate to his children here on earth through a living prophet!

Miriam Feldstein Case, NH | 2:24 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

President Hinckley, I love you so very much. I have had the privilege of seeing you, and your lovely wife, several times. You did so much and did it so well. I will always try to " be a little better" because of your love, wisdom, wit and spirituality. I hope to meet you, someday, and give you a great, big hug!

Gary Johnson - Vancouver, WA | 2:43 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

President Hinckley was truly a Prophet of God, and I thank our Heavenly Father for him and for President Hinkley's sincerity. He has a strong, beautiful and vibrant testimony of the gospel of Jesus Christ.

I know the Savior has welcomed him home with open arms saying, "Well done my good and faithful servant." May our Heavenly Father grant peace and happiness to you President Hinckley and to your dear wife Margorie.

My wife Michelle and I are saddened at his passing. We both know he is having a joyous reunion now with his dear wife, family, church leaders and associates who have passed on before through the veil of death. We will love and miss you, President Hinckley.

I will miss your talks in general conference and priesthood meetings they are such a comfort for me. Until we meet again. We will roll up our sleeves and get to work.

aqualad | 3:05 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

"World mourns"? Read the story. Utahn's everyone. That is not the world. Trust me, in Tennessee, only the LDS mourn. Nobody else knows squat, or cares, and it's a decent place. "The World" does not have a clue. Write a better story, without the Planet Utah mentality.

Larry, Panama City, Panama | 3:18 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

I miss President Hinckley. I am most grateful the Lord allowed him to be with us so long. I have learned so much from him. He is having a wonderful experience being in the presence of his wonderful wife. He also will be greeted by the Great Ones of the Kingdom. I do beleieve that President Gordon B. Hinckley is one of the most significant Prophets in history. It is difficult to imagine the millions of blessings that have been received on both sides of the veil because of his hard work to make temples avaiable for so many souls.

Praveen Sumarajan, India | 3:29 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

My heartfelt condolence to all the Family members as wells as the members of the Church of Jesus Christ of latter saints . I still recollect the day I met President Hinckley in New Delhi when he was no world Tour in year 2005 .

Looking into his eyes, I knew he was a Prophet of God. His voices confirmed the message the God would have us listen. I know he is wonderful leader, an exampler and man of vision to lead and build.

Being part of this church for 14 years, I know that He has led the Church the way the lord would want the church to grow. We love President Hinckley, we would miss him but His word and his example will live in our life."

His legacy would continue and God be with you till we meet again, President Hinckley
-Praveen and Sangeetha Sumarajan, Hyderabad II Branch, India

Steve Hemingway | 5:45 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

I once went to his Ward in SLC. It was awesome to be in the presence of a man who has been in the presence of the Lord. He was so human and smiled when the speaker was talking about being his Home Teacher. Let us serve his memory as we spread the word of the restoration.

Don Forbush, Michigan | 6:19 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

President Gordon B. Hinckley is one of the most beloved of prophets this Church has known. He will be greatly missed by all of us as members of this Church and by a great many who are not. Perhaps he shall be remembered most by the great mission and work accomplished under his direction and leadership over the past 12+ years that literally has brought The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints "out of obscurity and out of darkness" unto the greater understanding and respect of many in the world. President Gordon B. Hinckley, as a result of the great mission he fulfilled, is almost as familiar a figure to those outside of the Church as to those who comprise its membership. May his family and close friends and associates be comforted and rejoice in the great example and legacy he has left behind for all of us to benefit from. The great temple-building program, the expanded humanitarian relief effort and the Perpetual Education Fund are just a few of the many things accomplished under his leadership that now bless the lives of so many. I thank the Lord for His great Prophet and those yet to follow.

Halvorsen Family- Washington | 8:21 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

What a remarkable legacy he has left behind. His passing is a gentle reminder for us all to reflect on his good life and example and try to be kinder and more Christ-like in all that we do as he has so many times admonished us. What a tremendous leader and servant.

When he spoke, you knew that his love for the members of the church and for the Lord was unwaivering. His enthusiasm was infectious and his encouragement, much needed and appreciated. We love him and will miss him.

Thank you | 8:40 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

Thank you for your life, your love and example. We are all indeed better people because of you.

Although words can't explain our love and appreciation...

Thank you.

Ken and Chris Tanner Family | 8:51 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

All of our three children ranging in age from 17 to 26 feel like he is their prophet. He will be greatly missed. His optimism, love, and enthusiasm are unprecedented. We all shed a tear but we rejoice in the knowledge of the restored gospel and the great reunion he is having now with his loved ones. We will always cherish his words that will live on in our hearts.

Vivienne Lister | 9:02 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

I was once in the company of our beloved prohet. He attended a sacrament meeting without anyone knowing he was going to be there. What a thrill for all of us. Our lives will go on, and the best way forward is to follow in the footsteps of Gordon Bitner Hinkley, who, after all, was walking in the footsteps of the Saviour. Could any path be clearer, easier maybe, but never clearer. The Saints in this part of Spain join in sadness for our loss, and in joy for heavens gain. Goodnight, and God Bless, president Hinkley.

Linda Hill, Lincoln, England | 9:39 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

Having only spent an hour or so of my life in President Hinckley's presence,at the Nottingham Stake building several years ago now, I truly come to know, by the witness of the Holy Spirit that he was a truly honest man, who served us and God with all his heart and soul.
I send my love and blessings to his family and those who knew him in his long and faithful life!

South Carolina LDS | 10:46 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

This week we will mourn the loss of President Hinckley, but we also celebrate his life. He truly loved the Savior and the people of the world, not just the people of the Church but the whole world. He was a prophet of God! We will miss President Hinckley, but we know his influence carries on.

We love him.

Kathleen Clements | 11:15 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

The sorrow is great we are feeling. The Legacy you have left is now ours to carry forward. Your amazing life of service to the Lord sets the example for our lives. Thankyou so very much for everything you have done for the world, the church and each individual person, you loved and cared for all of us. We love you, honor you and hope to carry on the integrity of the Lord's work on the earth. May your reunion be tremendous and our prayers are with you and Sis Hinkley.

Olisema Seiler | 11:44 a.m. Jan. 29, 2008

I am so greatful to know president Gordon B. Hinkley. He is a true servant of God, his lifelong service in the church but also helping those who are less fortunate, the humanitarian effort, and counsel of being prepared at all time spiritually but also temprally. I've being blessed to heard from him two weeks ago in our Stake conference through satelite as he spoke to us about marriage and be more tolerable of each other and be more kind, patient and love for one another. I will forever remember him for his faith and great humor during general conference. May the spirit of the Lord comfort his family and closes frineds and all the members of the church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints around the world as we morn together the passing of our beloved Prophet Gordon Bitner Hinkley. We will missed you until we meet again.

love,
The Seilers,
(Henry,Olisem,Daniel,Sheryl)

Ricardo Rosas Gutierrez , LOS A | 12:52 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008

en la manana del lunes estava viendo las noticias y fue cuando anunciaron que nuestro querido profeta avia fayecido eso me causo mucha tristeza el ciervio como el senor queria con mucha ovediencia y amor al servicio de dios y jesucristo y del projimo supo conducir la iglesia como era devido nos deja un buen legado de ensenanzas y mensajes y consejos y ejemplo lo voy a recordar por todo eso y como lo que fue un profeta del dios viviente un profeta amoroso descanse en paz pesidente gordon bitner hinckley

joel(Ghana) | 1:27 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008

i don't know what to say,i'm speehless,but all that i can say is that thanks President hinkley for your counsel and love towards us all especially Africa,you are truely a Prophet of God,thanks and God's keeps you till we meet in the celestial kingdom. 4rm joseph appiah yeboah(joel)-(Ghana-kumasi stake-dichemso ward)joemaxxi@yahho.com

Ken Mano | 1:34 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008

While serving in Japan from 1958 to 1961 Pres. Hinckley toured our mission 3 times as an assistant to the twelve, one time he gave me advice, "find a good nisei girl and marry her", which I did. And when I did, I asked if he would marry us, which he did in the SL Temple. Many years later, he visited our Stake Conference in Pleasanton, CA, he leaned over to our stake president and said "I know that man". We have a nice photo of him with 5 of our 6 children (our youngest was not born yet). He certainly has been our most favorite general authority ever.

Tyrone Curry | 2:36 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008

It was an honor to have been in his presence at the Sacramento Temple dedication. Our ward had BYD at my home when the phone call came.... I had to announce to 22 youth and adults that our prophet of the lord had passed. It was very sad and yet we all were assured that Gordon was being embraced by his wife once again and by Heavenly Father.
His humor, the waving of his cane will be missed!

Fran J. Cazorla, MELILLA- SPAIN, | 2:37 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008

See you soon Dear President Hinckley.

Fraternally, F. J. Cazorla-Granados
Melilla, Spain (in North Africa), European Union.

Jonathon Edens | 5:26 p.m. Jan. 29, 2008

Enjoy your eternity, President Hinckley. Though not because of your own actions, however great they most certainly were, but because of the Atonement of our loving Saviour, may you find never-ending joy with your loved ones now and forever. How beautiful is the man that acknowledges the sacrifice made by our Lord Jesus Christ, and demonstrates his love for Him through the relentless pursuit to be like Him, and to help others to do the same. I am in awe at the level of your personal faith that your mortal existence so gracefully demonstrated for the rest of the world to learn from.

Floralyn | 2:08 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008

From Baguio City, Philippines: We Thank Thee, O God, For A Prophet, President Hinckley. We'll surely miss our Prophet Dear, but we rejoice - he's HOME AT LAST! His Life and Teachings touched our lives and helped us to 'endure many things' and hope to withstand more challenges to come.

E.Westerlund | 11:20 a.m. Jan. 30, 2008

It was great to have had the chance to meet you in person during our dedication of our Temple. In Orlando, what a memory that will stay with me for the rest of my life. You have spoke many good words during conference time. I'm going to miss that. My love to your Children and family at this time of departing from us to meet of Lord the Reedmer. Love and Aloha.

Aqualad and Meg | 1:02 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008

You do not have to agree with President Hinckley, his followers or their church, but out of respect for the individual, maybe voicing your opinions should have been saved for a more appropriate venue. This is one of the problems with our society in general; there is no respect for anything and we focus only on self gratification. Have we all grown so far away from basic human compassion that we canï¿½t even acknowledge that he was a human being who has passed and morn the loss? It would have been just as easy to say nothing or better yet, not have read the article and comments. You have wasted more time reading comments and a story that neither of you obviously care about, so why, maybe to get a reaction and attention? I really do feel sorry for the two of you and the world we live in!

God Bless you President Hinckley! Hereï¿½s to a life of dedication and sacrifice that exemplifies true humanity and is greatly appreciated by many. Hope you are having a joyous reunion with your family!

Wayne
Ft. Worth, TX

Nancy N from Pleasant Grove | 4:02 p.m. Jan. 31, 2008

I am so thankful to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ and our Heavenly Father for allowing us to have with us such an insightful, loving, kind,sweet humored, thoughtful man as we found in Pres. Gordan B. Hinkley. Who showed us by his actions to never give up no matter what life throws at you.
Thank you Pres. Hinkley for all of your time and service. Thank you Hinckley family for sharing him with all of us. His life and example will never be forgotten. We Love YOU.

RODALYN VILLALUZ | 11:18 a.m. Feb. 1, 2008

I AM SO SAD WHEN MY SISTER SENT ME A MESSAGE TELLING ME THE PASSING OF OUR BELOVED PROPHET.I AM SO MUCH GRATEFUL FOR HIS LOVE AND CARE FOR US.MOST ESPECIALLY HIS DEDICATION AS A PROPHET FOR OUR TIME.Iï¿½VE LEARNED A LOT FROM HIM,MOST ESPECIALLY IN OBEYING GODï¿½S COMMANDMENTS.I STILL REMEMBER HIS TALK IN A CONFERENCE TELLING ABOUT THE PASSING OF 3 YOUNGMEN WHO HELP THOSE PIONEERS TO CROSS THE RIVER.I WAS INSPIRED BY HIS TALK AND IT TRULY TOUCHES MY HEART.I LOVE PRES.HINKLEY,I LOVE HIS COUNSELS,I LOVE AND I WILL TRULY MISS HIM.BUT ONE THING FOR SURE IS,WE WILL SEE HIM AGAIN IF WE OBEY THE COMMANDMENTS OF GOD AND FOLLOW HIS COUNSELS.

Marlene Terry, Idaho | 6:13 p.m. Feb. 1, 2008

President Hinckley was/is such an example for all of us. He was optomistic in the face of challenge and doomsdayers and was faithful to the end. How can any of us strive to do less. I can only imagine the shout of joy that went up when he walked through the veil and was met by so many he loved and who loved him. What a resume he had to take with him. Thank you President Hinckley for your life and the service you so freely gave. We love you and look forward to a glorious reunion!

J Percival Borja | 12:14 p.m. Feb. 3, 2008

Truly the mantle of exemplary leadership, wisdom, and prophethood has passed over the head of a great prophet to the one whose right it is to succeed him. President Gordon Bitner Hinckley has indeed lived, loved, and left an enduring legacy for millions yet unborn to emulate from generation to generation!

We will always miss a great and humblest of all humankindness!

Amen!!!!!!!!!! | 3:15 p.m. Feb. 20, 2008

Oh if I could only be half the man President Gordon B. Hinkley was during his lifetime. Thank you Pres. Hinkley for all that you did for me and for all that you did for this wicked and perverse world we live in.........I am a better Husband, Father and human being beacuse of you and your example..........

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Paul James, Magna, and Alex Luna, Nashville, Tenn., console each other near Temple Square and the reflecting pond on Sunday after announcement of the death of President Gordon B. Hinckley.

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