Leaders of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints attended a memorial service Friday for Pamela J. Atkinson, the Utah humanitarian and advocate some called "Utah's Mother Teresa," according to the Church newsroom. Atkinson devoted decades to serving Utah's homeless and vulnerable populations.

Atkinson worked closely with the LDS Church and other faith communities on poverty and homelessness initiatives. She advised multiple Utah governors and received numerous awards for her advocacy work, including the state's highest civilian honor.