WASHINGTON – Today, Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) issued the following statement after hearing that Richard G. Scott, a member of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, had passed away:
“Elder Richard G. Scott had the razor-sharp mind of an engineer fused with the tender softness of a disciple’s soul. His gentle voice invited all who had lost hope, lost their way or wandered far - to come home - home to the faith, family and community that would bring them real peace and lasting joy. Countless individuals around the world heard his invitation to come home and rightly felt and knew that he was talking directly them. Ever in search of the one who was lost – Elder Scott’s words and witness of Jesus Christ served as the lower lights upon the shore to gently guide the wanderer home. I take comfort in knowing that Elder Scott has gone to that heavenly home he so often pointed to and is once again united with his beloved Wife, Jeanene."
Hatch Statement on the Passing of Elder Richard G. Scott
Washington, D.C.— Senator Orrin Hatch, R-Utah, the senior Republican in the United States Senate, issued the following statement in reaction to the passing of Elder Richard G. Scott of the Quorum of the 12 Apostles in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints:
“I was deeply saddened to hear of Elder Richard G. Scott’s passing. Elder Scott's dedication to God was evident in his service to others. As a missionary, a father, and an apostle, he worked tirelessly and served selflessly. Many of us were inspired by his counsel, and even more were blessed by his example. Elder Scott was a man of great faith and unbending principle, who—in his own quiet way—spent decades sharing the light of Christ with people throughout the world. We will miss him dearly.”
Governor’s statement on passing of Elder Scott
SALT LAKE CITY (Sept. 22, 2015) – Gov. Gary R. Herbert issued this statement following the passing of Elder Richard G. Scott of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:
“Elder Scott was a kind and generous leader. His unwavering faith and pursuit of lifelong learning was an example to each one of us. I was especially touched by his heartfelt devotion to his late wife Jeanene. Their relationship has always been an inspiration to Jeanette and me. The First Lady and I extend our deepest sympathies to members of the Scott family and to all with whom he served. His leadership will certainly be missed.”
