Denny Sanford: key obituary facts
Is Denny Sanford dead? Yes. Denny Sanford died on July 18, 2026, at age 90.
Cause of death: Denny Sanford's cause of death has not been publicly confirmed.
What was Denny Sanford known for?
He was an American businessman.
More about Denny Sanford
Born: 23 December 1935.
Place of birth: Saint Paul.
Gender: male.
Occupation: businessperson, banker.
Nationality: United States.
Education: University of Minnesota, St. Paul Central High School.
Also known as: Thomas Denny Sanford.
Occupations: Owner and Founder of First Premier BankCEO of United National Corp.
Denny Sanford, the American banker and philanthropist who founded First Premier Bank, died on July 18, 2026.
Born Thomas Denny Sanford on December 23, 1935, in Saint Paul, Minnesota, he built his career in banking and later led United National, the holding company for First Premier Bank, as chairman and chief executive officer. Sanford studied at the University of Minnesota after attending St.
Paul Central High School, and his business success made him one of the best-known financiers and donors in South Dakota. He was 90.