Joseph B. Wirthlin, Oldest
Apostle, Dies, 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.
Description
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin
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1. Interview with Elder Wirthlin's son, Joe B. Wirthlin, Jr.
Elder Wirthlin taught his children sound financial principles
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2. Interview with Elder Wirthlin's son, Joe B. Wirthlin, Jr.
Elder Wirthlin was organized
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3. Interview with Elder Wirthlin's son, Joe B. Wirthlin, Jr.
Elder Wirthlin wanted to give people hope
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