governor huntsman extends conndolences

Governor Huntsman extends condolences to Hinckley family

Mary Kaye and I are truly mourning tonight's death of President Gordon

B. Hinckley. The President of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day

Saints has served as a transformational religious leader and

tremendous ambassador for Utah with his unprecedented outreach to all

corners of the world.

We join with thousands of others, who have been touched by his words

and deeds, in remembering all he has done for so many in our community

and in the world. His leadership in humanitarian efforts around the

world was matched only by his efforts in his own beloved state and

community as a committed citizen. He has stood as a remarkable example

of selflessness, charity and humility and he will be greatly missed by

all. We extend our deepest of sympathies to the family and the

community who loved President Hinckley. May we all be comforted in the

knowledge of his beloved positive outlook on life."

The Governor has authorized the Flag of the United States of America

and the Flag of the State of Utah to be lowered in honor of President

Gordon B. Hinckley. The flags shall be flown at half-staff on all

state-owned facilities until sunset on the day of his interment.

Posted by Rob at 12:13 AM