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Almost every day brings opportunities to perform unselfish acts for others. Such acts are unlimited and can be as simple as a kind word, a helping hand, or a gracious smile.

James E. Faust

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James E. Faust
Age: 87 †
Born: 1920
Born: July 31
Died: 2007
Died: August 10
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