Daily Herald | Posted: Monday, December 1, 2008 11:00 pm
Elder Joseph B. Wirthlin, the oldest living apostle of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints died Monday night, according to the church's website. A press release from the LDS church stated that Wirthlin, 91, died peacefully in his sleep at 11:30 pm of causes related to his age. His oldest daughter Jane Wirthlin Parker was with him.
According to the church, Wirthlin continued to work at his office until the Thanksgiving holiday.
Funeral arrangements will be announced.