Ira D. Sankey (1840-1908) was an American
Gospel singer and composer of music for such hymns as "Faith Is the Victory,"
"Trusting Jesus," and "Under His Wings." Associate with D.L. Moody in
evangelistic work in the U.S. and abroad as solo singer/music director.
Marriage and Family:
Ira Sankey married Fanny V. Edwards, one of his choir members, September
9, 1863. They had three sons: Henry, the oldest, John Edward, and
I. Allan (Ira Allan), the youngest.
