William Bowker Preston
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For other persons of the same name, see William Preston.
William Bowker Preston (24 November 1830—2 August 1908) was the fourth Presiding Bishop of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints between 1884 and 1907.
Born in Franklin County, Virginia, Preston was called to be the Presiding Bishop by Church President John Taylor on 6 April 1884. He served until ill health forced him to resign his position on 11 December 1907. He died and was buried at Salt Lake City, Utah.
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| Preceded by Edward Hunter |
Presiding Bishop, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints April 6, 1884—December 11, 1907 |
Succeeded by Charles W. Nibley |
