John Cooper, 57, of Columbus, died Sunday, February 15, 2026 at his home in Columbus.

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Mass will be live-streamed on our Facebook Page - Kracl Funeral Chapel

Mass of Christian Burial  Monday, February 23, 2026   10:30 A.M.

Divine Mercy Parish  St. Augustine's Catholic Church, Schuyler

Visitation Sunday, 5 -7 P. M. at Kracl Funeral Chapel, Schuyler

7:00 P. M. Rosary at Kracl Funeral Chapel 

Additional visitation Monday 9:30 - 10:30 A.M. at Church

Committal at Schuyler Cemetery 

Lunch to follow at the Church Hall 

John Cooper was born on November 26, 1968, in Flandreau, South Dakota. He attended Schuyler High School and continued his education at Central Community College, earning a degree in Arts.

John had a deep love for music. He enjoyed writing songs, and played the guitar and keyboard. He shared his passion for music while working as a DJ for Sound Bound Music in Columbus. In addition to music, John loved to cook. He worked as a cook at Husker House and at Central Community College. Most recently, he was employed as a facilities maintenance worker at St. Isidore’s in Columbus.

John was strong in his faith and dedicated to helping others. He was active in AA groups, where he served as a chairman for meetings and sponsored others on their recovery journeys. He was a devoted fan of the Nebraska Cornhuskers and the Dallas Cowboys. Above all, family meant the world to him.

He is survived by his siblings: Sue (Joe) Heavican of Rogers, Leesa Richtig of Seward, and Daniel (Trinh) Cooper of San Diego; as well as several nieces, nephews, and many dear friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Eber and Karen (Alberts) Cooper; his grandparents; and his brother-in-law, Tim Richtig.