Robert D. Hales

1932–2017 (85 years)

Hometown: New York City, New York

Biography

Robert D. Hales was an apostle from 1994 until his death in 2017. A businessman who served as Presiding Bishop before his apostolic call, Hales was known for his talks about financial prudence and spiritual preparation.

Hales had a successful career in business, working as an executive at several major corporations. He served in the U.S. Air Force as a pilot.

His health declined significantly in his later years, but he continued to serve and speak when able. His talks on becoming financially self-reliant and avoiding debt were particularly influential.

Served Under

Church presidents during this leader's apostolic service:

Ezra Taft Benson
Ezra Taft Benson
Howard W. Hunter
Howard W. Hunter
Gordon B. Hinckley
Gordon B. Hinckley
Thomas S. Monson
Thomas S. Monson

Wives (1)

Marriage Timeline

1 wives · Lifespan: 1932–2017

Mary Elene Crandall
1953–2017 (64 yrs)
1932 (born) 1953 1974 1995 2017 (died)
Wife
#NameBornDiedMarriedHer AgeHis AgeAge DiffChildren
1
Mary Elene Crandall Mary Elene Crandall
Aug 6, 1932Jan 15, 2023 Jun 10, 1953 2020—2

Children (2)

With Mary Elene Crandall Mary Elene Crandall  (2 children)

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“Some Latter-day Saints may feel that modesty is a tradition of the Church or that it has evolved from conservative, puritanical behavior. Modesty is not just cultural. Modesty is a gospel principle that applies to people of all cultures and ages. In fact, modesty is fundamental to being worthy of the Spirit. To be modest is to be humble, and being humble invites the Spirit to be with us.” - Robert D. Hales, LDS Apostle, 2008 | wasmormon.org “In everyday living, immodest clothing such as short shorts, miniskirts, tight clothing, shirts that do not cover the stomach, and other revealing attire are not appropriate. Men and women—including young men and young women—should wear clothing that covers the shoulder and avoid clothing that is low cut in the front or back or revealing in any other manner.” - Robert D. Hales, LDS Apostle, 2008 | wasmormon.org “Some Latter-day Saints may feel that modesty is a tradition of the Church or that it has evolved from conservative, puritanical behavior. Modesty is not just cultural. Modesty is a gospel principle that applies to people of all cultures and ages. In fact, modesty is fundamental to being worthy of the Spirit. To be modest is to be humble, and being humble invites the Spirit to be with us.” - Robert D. Hales, LDS Apostle, 2008 | wasmormon.org “In everyday living, immodest clothing such as short shorts, miniskirts, tight clothing, shirts that do not cover the stomach, and other revealing attire are not appropriate. Men and women—including young men and young women—should wear clothing that covers the shoulder and avoid clothing that is low cut in the front or back or revealing in any other manner.” - Robert D. Hales, LDS Apostle, 2008 | wasmormon.org “My beloved brothers and sisters, the eternal blessings of tithing are real. I have experienced them in my life and in the life of my family. The test of our faith is whether we will live the law of tithing by our obedience and sacrifice.” - Robert D. Hales, LDS Apostle, October 2002 General Conference. Tithing: A Test of Faith with Eternal Blessings | wasmormon.org