The community of Minneapolis, Minnesota is mourning the death of Cooper Robert Johnson, a beloved co-founder, son, brother, partner, and friend whose passing has left family, friends, and colleagues grieving a profound loss.
Cooper passed away on June 19, 2026, at the age of 32. He was remembered by Bricksworth Beer Co. as not only a co-founder, but as someone whose presence shaped the people and places around him. In the tribute shared following his passing, those closest to him described him through the many roles he held in life, father, son, brother, partner, and friend, reflecting the depth of the relationships he built and the impact he had on so many.
Loved ones are preparing to celebrate Cooper’s life on Saturday, July 11, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at BlackStack Brewing in St. Paul. In keeping with the kind of person he was, family and friends have invited attendees to dress casually, as Cooper would have, and to bring stories to write in his memory book rather than flowers, creating a tribute centered on the moments and memories he shared with others.
Cooper Johnson will be remembered in Minneapolis and beyond for the life he built, the people he loved, and the legacy he leaves behind through family, friendship, and the community he helped create. His memory will continue to live on in the stories, laughter, and love shared by all who knew him.