Melvin J. Ballard
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Melvin Joseph Ballard (February 9, 1873 – July 30, 1939) was a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS Church). His grandson, M. Russell Ballard, also became an apostle.
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Melvin J. Ballard | |
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Quorum of the Twelve Apostles | |
January 7, 1919 (1919-01-07) – July 30, 1939 (1939-07-30) | |
LDS Church Apostle | |
January 7, 1919 (1919-01-07) – July 30, 1939 (1939-07-30) | |
Reason | Death of Joseph F. Smith; reorganization of First Presidency |
Reorganization at end of term | No additional apostles ordained[1] |
Personal details | |
Born | Melvin Joseph Ballard (1873-02-09)February 9, 1873 Logan, Utah Territory, United States |
Died | July 30, 1939(1939-07-30) (aged 66) Salt Lake City, Utah, United States |
Resting place | Salt Lake City Cemetery 40°46′37.92″N 111°51′28.8″W |
Spouse(s) | Martha A. Jones |
Children | 8[2] |
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