The 15th president of the LDS Church, Gordon B. Hinckley, passed away on Jan. 27, 2008 following nearly 13 years as the LDS church prophet. (Photo: LDS Church) SALT LAKE CITY - The president of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints died on Sunday at the age of 97.It was announced on Sunday evening that Gordon B. Hinckley, president of the LDS Church since 1995, died from issues related to his age.Born on June 23, 1910, Hinckley ascended to the church presidency on Mar. 12, 1995. For years, Hinckley served as the 15th prophet of the LDS faith as a successor to Howard W. Hunter.Hinckley became the oldest president in LDS Church history on Nov. 2, 2006 -- surpassing David O. McKay.Hinckley might be best known for his aggressive attitude in building LDS temples around the world. As of an. 2008, 124 LDS temples were operating worldwide. Prior to Hinckley's presidency, there were less than 50.


Most of you have probably already heard about the passing away of our Beloved Prophet President Hinckley. My first instinct after my Mother in law called to tell us the news was a little shock, then cry, then call my parents, then cry, then call all my siblings, then cry some more. But as I sit here and think of all the things that He has done for our church and specifically Me, I feel overwhelmed and don't really know what to say, and, I really stink at attempting to explain my feelings. Thank goodness for the plan of Salvation, specifically eternal families. I love President Hinckley! Every time I hear this special, special man speak he always leaves me feeling important and special to him and our Lord and Savior. One thing I really love and he always seems to talk about is being a wife and mother. When I feel overwhelmed with the responsibility of being the best wife for Mark and raising Kaden and our other children righteously, (no, this is not an announcement) He often reminds me of my special calling I have here on the earth as a wife and mother, and how we are not alone in our works. I leave feeling refreshed and strengthened. I think I am babbling and not making any since, so I just want you all to know I know the Church is true, and I know we are lead by a true prophet that lead us by God's direction in righteous works that will lead us back to our Heavenly Father. President Hinckley is an amazing man and I am grateful for him. What great things have come from a great Man. I know he is having an exciting reunion with his sweetheart, it makes me happy to think about that. They are so cute together! I am excited to see what lays ahead in these latter days!

Their warmth is infectious!