Keith McMullin, Former CEO of Deseret Management, Dies at 85

Salt Lake City, UT, October 1, 2026 —

Keith McMullin, who previously served as the Chief Executive Officer of Deseret Management Corporation, has passed away at the age of 85.

The news of his death was reported by KSL.com.

Further details regarding the circumstances of his passing, including the cause of death, date of death, and location, were not immediately available or provided in the initial report. Information concerning his immediate family or survivors also has not been disclosed at this time.

McMullin’s tenure as CEO of Deseret Management Corporation, the business arm of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, is a significant part of his professional legacy. The organization oversees a wide array of businesses and investments for the Church.

Deseret Management Corporation’s portfolio includes companies in various sectors such as media (Deseret Media Companies, which includes the Deseret News), real estate, finance, and agriculture. As its leader, McMullin would have played a key role in the strategic direction and operational management of these diverse entities.

Biographical information detailing McMullin’s career before and during his leadership at Deseret Management, as well as his educational background and other significant life events, has not been fully elaborated upon in the initial reporting.

The length of his service as CEO and the specific dates of his tenure are also details that were not provided. KSL.com, the source of the report, is a Utah-based news outlet affiliated with Deseret Management Corporation.

Further updates are expected as more information becomes available.

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