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Joseph B. Wirthlin

1917-06-11 – 2008-12-01

Life & Legacy

Joseph Bitner Wirthlin (June 11, 1917 – December 1, 2008) was an American businessman, religious leader and member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). He was sustained to the Twelve on October 4, 1986, and ordained an apostle on October 9, 1986, by Thomas S. Monson. He became an apostle following the death of church president Spencer W. Kimball. As a member of the Quorum of the Twelve, Wirthlin was accepted by the church membership as a prophet, seer, and revelator.

Occupation & Career

businessperson

Education

University of Utah

Faith & Community

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Legacy Highlights

Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Education & Institutions

University of Utah

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Sources & Provenance

  1. Wikidata population candidate Q4355413 — wikidata View source

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