United States | English
Select your Edition
Joseph B. Wirthlin, Oldest Apostle, Dies, Age 91
02 December 2008 — SALT LAKE CITY
News Release
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin, the oldest living apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died Monday 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.
Style Guide Note: When reporting about The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, please use the complete name of the Church in the first reference. For more information on the use of the name of the Church, go to our online style guide.
Front Page
Highlights from Recent Stories
Recent News & Stories
News Archives »
07 February 2012 - Salt Lake City
03 February 2012 - Salt Lake City
31 January 2012 - Salt Lake City
27 January 2012 - Salt Lake City
23 January 2012 - Salt Lake City
Christianity: Following Jesus in Word and Deed
For Latter-day Saints, being a Christian means being a disciple of Jesus Christ, loving and worshiping Him above all. It means prizing Christ and centering one’s life on His teachings from the New Testament. It means striving to live the kind of life that Christ commanded, honoring Him in word and deed.Full Article »
Divine Revelation in Modern Times
The idea that God communicates with mankind challenges some modern sensibilities. A distant God, the thinking goes, is a safe God. And though many religious people believe God spoke to prophets in antiquity, they often limit divine revelation to the past. This puts members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in a unique position.Full Article »
Political Neutrality
The Church’s mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ, not to elect politicians. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is neutral in matters of party politics. This applies in all of the many nations in which it is established.Full Article »
Newsroom Features
Featuring News Stories & Topic Pages
BELIEFS
Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is central to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, which bears His name. Members of the Church believe Jesus is the Son of God, the Only Begotten Son in the flesh (John 3:16).
BACKGROUND
Who are the Mormons?
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (commonly known as Mormons) can be found at every level of society — in business and agriculture, education and the sciences, political parties and government, the entertainment industry and news media.
TOPIC
Interfaith Relations
A respect for the diverse beliefs and unique contributions of all the world’s faiths is one of the hallmarks of Mormonism.
Church Representative to Address Affinity Fraud07 February 2012
03 February 2012Traditional Christianity and the Latter-day Saints
01 February 2012Mormon Missionary Experience Recounted by Journalist
- 2011October▾ October 2011
- October 2011
- April 2011
-
1 Temples Update
-
2 President Monson Breaks Ground for Rome Italy Temple
-
3 Laie Hawaii Temple Rededicated by President Monson
-
4 Two Buildings Dedicated at BYU-Idaho
-
5 Herriman Fire Brings Response From Latter-day Saints
-
6 David Archuleta and Michael York Join With Choir for Christmas Concert
-
7 Fire Damages Historic Provo Tabernacle
-
8 Church Constructing Replica Set for New Testament Projects
-
9 Church Relief for Brazilians Suffering From Floods and Landslides
-
10 Dallin H. Oaks Gives Speech at Chapman University School of Law
-
11 First Annual RootsTech Conference in Salt Lake City
-
12 Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf and the St. George Airport
-
13 Salt Lake City Chamber of Commerce Recognizes Bishop H. David Burton
-
14 Japan Earthquake and Tsunami Response
-
15 Condoleezza Rice Visits BYU
-
16 Full World Report Video
-
1 Perpetual Education Fund Changes Lives
-
2 San Salvador Temple Dedication
-
3 Philippine Saints Celebrate 50 years
-
4 Japan Earthquake Relief Efforts
-
5 President Uchtdorf Addresses L.A. World Affairs Council
-
6 Sugarhouse Welfare Services Center
-
7 Elder Jeffery R. Holland Visits Mongolia
-
8 Elder David A. Bednar Visits United Kingdom
-
9 Temple Update
-
10 Mormon Tabernacle Choir 9/11 Tribute
-
11 Mormon Tabernacle Choir Summer Tour
-
12 Church Provides Relief to Devastated Joplin, Missouri
-
13 Cholera Outbreak in Papua New Guinea and Haiti
-
14 Relief Society History- "Daughters In My Kingdom"
-
15 BYU Broadcasting Center Dedication
-
16 City Landmark Celebrates a Century of Memories
-
17 Mormon Baseball Night
-
18 BYU Vocal Point
-
19 "I'm a Mormon" Campaign
-
20 Constructing Replica Set for New Testament Projects
-
21 Full World Report Video
Chile Earthquake Response
Close WindowLearn More »Stay Connected to Newsroom