Missionary from Utah serving in New Mexico dies unexpectedly in sleep

SALT LAKE CITY — A missionary for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from Utah died in his sleep unexpectedly Saturday in New Mexico, according to a news release from The Church. Elder Caleb Gene Martin, 21, died from a medical cause that has not been determined, church spokesman Sam Penrod said in a statement. According to the church, Martin had been serving in the New Mexico Farmington Mission since May 2024. He was from Salem, Utah."We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends and fellow missionaries. We pray they will find comfort and strength through their faith in the gospel of Jesus Christ and feel the Savior’s love as they honor Elder Martin’s life and devoted missionary service,” the statement said. According to the release, an autopsy is planned.

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