Letter: Death is upon us — now is the time to tap the LDS Church rainy day fund

(Francisco Kjolseth | The Salt Lake Tribune) Wealthy members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints have established charities through which they deliver their tithings and other donations to the church. The arrangement has delivered tens of millions of dollars to the church while helping the members avoid paying capital gains and other taxes. In many cases, records show, the charities' primary or sole function is to pay the LDS Church. (Photo illustration by Francisco Kjolseth) (FOR WEB ONLY)