After painting portraits of 183 fallen missionaries, Utah artist honors couple who helped make it possible

What happened

Utah artist JR Johansen painted 183 portraits of LDS missionaries who died while serving, and honored Cindy and Greg Thredgold, who supported his work. The Thredgolds, whose son also died in service, now help other grieving families find healing through their support.

Timeline

1. Oct 21, 3:53 AM KSL After painting portraits of 183 fallen missionaries, Utah artist honors couple who helped make it possible
2. Oct 21, 10:01 AM KSL News (YouTube) Artist honors couple who helped make tributes possible

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