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Elder Tad R. Callister, Prominent LDS Leader, Passes Away

10/10/2025

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Elder Tad R. Callister, a leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died on October 9, 2025, at age 79.
He served as president of the Canada Toronto East Mission and as Sunday School general president.
Callister was recognized for his defense of the faith and the U.S. Constitution.
He held degrees in accounting, law, and tax law, and worked as a tax attorney.
Callister authored several books, including "The Infinite Atonement," and is survived by his wife and six children.

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Elder Tad R. Callister, a leader in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, died on October 9, 2025, at age 79.
He served as president of the Canada Toronto East Mission and as Sunday School general president.
Callister was recognized for his defense of the faith and the U.S. Constitution.
He held degrees in accounting, law, and tax law, and worked as a tax attorney.
Callister authored several books, including "The Infinite Atonement," and is survived by his wife and six children.