Harold B. Lee was born on March 28, 1899, in Clifton, Idaho. He was baptized into the Church at eight years old in a pond near his home. As a child he developed a love for music and learned to play the piano. At seventeen years old Harold B. Lee earned his teaching license and obtained a job as a teacher. The next year he was appointed as a principal. President Lee served as prophet for 17 months and 19 days until his death on December 26, 1973. Back to Previous Church Prophet On to Next Church Prophet