As the only surviving member of the First Presidency (who had not officially apostacized), Rigdon argued that he should be made "guardian" of the church.
Later in that same year, he was made guardian over the children of William Randolph, his wife's cousin who had recently died.
He was made guardian of James' daughter, Elizabeth.
Soon, the Rally Committee was made guardian of the Big "C" and is currently responsible for its upkeep and protection.
Lilo is made Ambassador to Earth and sole guardian of Stitch's "cousins".
Kiyo's reaction on being made guardian of the infernal machine that could destroy them both would be a good measure of his resolve.
His daughter Mary Louise Huber was made guardian of his estate.
At risk to his own life, he had rescued the Valeman and then chosen to make himself temporary guardian.
Her mother hated having her off in the wilderness, but consoled herself with the thought that Kaoru would make a dependable patron and guardian.
When you signed on with the Service, you made the Service your de facto next-of-kin and legal guardian in cases like this; it's in the contract.