Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin, the oldest living apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died last night, age 91.
Elder Wirthlin had gone to bed at his Salt Lake City home, and died peacefully at about 11:30 pm of causes incident to age. His oldest daughter, Jane Wirthlin Parker, was present. A member of the family had been staying and caring for Elder Wirthlin, whose wife, Elisa Young Rogers Wirthlin, died in 2006.
He had continued to work at his office right up until the Thanksgiving holiday.Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, December 5, at the Tabernacle on Temple Square.
Elder Wirthlin had gone to bed at his Salt Lake City home, and died peacefully at about 11:30 pm of causes incident to age. His oldest daughter, Jane Wirthlin Parker, was present. A member of the family had been staying and caring for Elder Wirthlin, whose wife, Elisa Young Rogers Wirthlin, died in 2006.
He had continued to work at his office right up until the Thanksgiving holiday.Funeral services will be held at noon on Friday, December 5, at the Tabernacle on Temple Square.
I thought this picture of him and his wife was too cute to not post. It looks like it is from a movie. It makes me smile. :)
Elder Wirthlin was one of my favorites. I always looked forward to hearing his talks in conference. I always loved how he would tell a little joke in the middle of his talks, then just give a little smile and move on. He knew he was being funny and it made me smile. He is one that I will for sure greatly miss. Here is a dicussion with Elder Wirthlin that I enjoyed. Look it up, it's called
Hope and Faith: A Discussion with Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin
I will miss him, but I am glad that he is with his wife now and in a much happier place!
10 comments:
Thank you Kelli...What a great tribute.
I love that picture! He will be greatly missed....he gave my favorite talk in October.
Michelle
that is a cute picture. I really liked elder wirthilins last talk- "come what may and love it". I taught relief society a few weeks ago on that talk. The title says it all, and it has actually helped me through some things i have gone through in the past few weeks and helped me have a more positive out look on life.
I had NO idea. Thanks for the heads up. That is sad. He was such a humble man.
I fell nothing but happiness for him. He is in a far better place and we all know he is elated to be there.
I didn't know either. Guess I should watch the news more. I will miss him too.
He will be greatly missed. I love the picture of him with his wife. It really does look like it was taken out of movie. We love you Elder Wirthin. Thanks for the great post.
Great post. Great picture. Great man!
Thanks for posting this Kelli, I had no idea. Very sweet tribute too, love the pictures :)
I know what you mean...I loved Elder Wirthlin too. We wanted to let you know that we've made our blog private, so if you get a chance to send us your e-mail and we'll make sure you get an invite! Loriw8@hotmail.com
Kelli! I really enjoyed reading about what you wrote on Elder Wirthlin. I keep looking at your blog because I did hear a whisper that something exciting might be posted soon! I am waiting!
Hi Kelli! I love your new header! Just thinking of you today :) Hope your sister and your family are doing well!
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