SALT LAKE CITY — A world-renowned heart surgeon who saved countless lives throughout his remarkable career, Russell M. Nelson knew “the real power to heal is a gift from God.”

The medical pioneer and president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints died Saturday shortly after 10 p.m. at his home in Salt Lake City at age 101, church officials confirmed. He was the oldest president in the history of the church.

He is survived by his wife, Wendy L. Nelson, eight children, 57 grandchildren and more than 100 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his first wife and two daughters.

Faithful Latter-day Saints have revered President Nelson as a prophet since he was named 17th president of the church in January 2018, and perhaps knew him best for his love and faith, boundles

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