George Albert Smith
1870–1951 (age 81)
religious leader
Biography
Born into a prominent Latter-day Saint family, George Albert Smith shepherded the faith through the mid-twentieth century with humility and resolve. After years of missionary service and leadership roles in the Church, he rose to the presidency in 1945, guiding the saints with an emphasis on charity, welfare, and spiritual renewal during the postwar years.
He was known for his quick smile and personal visits to those in need, reinforcing the Church's welfare program and encouraging humanitarian relief across the globe, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and steady faith.