Albert E. Bowen
1875–1953 (77 years)
Hometown: Henderson Creek, Idaho
Biography
Albert E. Bowen was an apostle from 1937 until his death in 1953. A lawyer by profession, Bowen brought legal expertise to church leadership during a period of institutional development.
Bowen served on the Utah Supreme Court before his apostolic calling. He was known for his intellectual approach to gospel topics and wrote several books exploring Mormon theology and practice.
His legal background proved valuable as the church navigated mid-20th century challenges. He served for 16 years as an apostle.
Served Under
Church presidents during this leader's apostolic service:
Wives (2)
Albert E. Bowen was a celestial polygamist with 2 wives. Note these are sequential marriages — each previous spouse died before the next marriage, meaning no simultaneous living plural marriages.
2 wives · Lifespan: 1875–1953
2 children from 1 wives · Lifespan: 1875–1953
2 wives · Ages at marriage
| # | Name | Born | Died | Married | Her Age | His Age | Age Diff | Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Oct 28, 1875 | Apr 14, 1905 | Jun 4, 1902 | 26 | 26 | — | 2 | |
| 2 | Nov 5, 1880 | Apr 30, 1951 | Jun 30, 1916 | 35 | 40 | 5 | 0 |
Children (2)
With
Aletha Ellen Reeder
(2 children)
- Robert Reeder Bowen (b. Jan 1, 1905)
- Albert Reeder Bowen (b. Jan 1, 1905)