A 68-year-old missionary died in a lawn mower accident this past weekend in Missouri. According to a statement from the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the tragedy happened on Saturday, August 23, to Brent Blackburn near Gallatin.

Overturned Lawn Mower Kills Senior Missionary

While on the grounds of the Church’s Adam-ondi-Ahman historic site, Blackburn was using a riding lawn mower on a side hill. Suddenly, the mower turned over, leading to his death, said Sam Penrod, spokesman of the church.

Blackburn had been serving as a missionary, alongside his wife, Carolyn Blackburn, since April 2025. The married couple was from the Helper Utah Stake.

“Our condolences and prayers are with Sister Blackburn and their family at this difficult time,” said Penrod. “We pray that all who a

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