Longtime Presiding Bishopric Member Bishop Richard Edgley Dies at 90

Edgley served in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' Presiding Bishopric for nearly 20 years.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 12:51am

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An abstract, impressionistic photograph of a stained-glass window in soft, warm tones, conveying a sense of reverence and reflection.The passing of Bishop Edgley, a longtime leader in the LDS Church, marks the end of an era for the institution's temporal affairs.Centerville Today

Bishop Richard Crockett Edgley, who served in the Presiding Bishopric of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for nearly two decades, died on March 27 in Centerville, Utah. He was 90 years old.

Why it matters

Edgley's long tenure in the Presiding Bishopric, which oversees the temporal affairs of the LDS Church, made him an influential and respected figure within the Mormon community. His passing marks the end of an era for the church leadership.

The details

Edgley had been a member of the Presiding Bishopric since 2007, serving alongside the Presiding Bishop and other counselors. In this role, he helped manage the church's financial, temporal, and welfare programs.

  • Bishop Edgley died on March 27, 2026.
  • He had served in the Presiding Bishopric for nearly 20 years, since 2007.

The players

Bishop Richard Crockett Edgley

A longtime member of the Presiding Bishopric of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving in this role for nearly 20 years until his death in 2026 at the age of 90.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

A major Christian denomination headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, with a global membership of over 16 million.

Presiding Bishopric

The governing body within the LDS Church that oversees the church's temporal affairs, financial management, and welfare programs.

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The takeaway

Bishop Edgley's passing marks the end of an era for the LDS Church's leadership, as he was a respected and influential figure who helped guide the church's temporal affairs for nearly two decades.