Francis M. Lyman
1840–1916 (76 years)
Hometown: Good Hope, Illinois
Biography
Francis M. Lyman was an apostle from 1880 until his death in 1916 and served as President of the Quorum of the Twelve. The son of apostle Amasa Lyman (who was excommunicated), Francis remained faithful.
Lyman practiced polygamy with two wives. He was known for his strict adherence to church standards and served as a European mission president. He became President of the Twelve in 1903.
Despite his father’s apostasy, Francis Lyman remained a stalwart defender of the faith and served 36 years as an apostle.
Served Under
Church presidents during this leader's apostolic service:
Wives (1)
1 wives · Lifespan: 1840–1916
1840 (born)
1859
1878
1897
1916 (died)
Wife
5 children from 1 wives · Lifespan: 1840–1916
1840 (born)
1859
1878
1897
1916 (died)
Wife
Child born
| # | Name | Born | Died | Married | Her Age | His Age | Age Diff | Children |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Aug 29, 1840 | Oct 29, 1938 | Nov 18, 1857 | 17 | 17 | — | 9 |
Children (9)
With Rhoda Ann Taylor (9 children)
- Rhoda Alice Lyman (b. Apr 28, 1859)
- Ellen Taylor Lyman (b. Jan 1, 1861)
- Francis Marion Lyman Jr. (b. Jan 1, 1863)
- Edna Jane Lyman (b. Jan 1, 1866)
- Louisa Ann Lyman (b. Jan 1, 1868)
- Mary Crimson Lyman
- Lois Victoria Lyman
- Ada Alta Lyman
- Hila Olive Lyman