Brian G. Johnson

Johnson, Brian Gary
Age, 50 of Edina passed away peacefully after a long fight with pneumonia and other numerous health struggles February 13, 2023. Brian was born February 8, 1973 to Jane and Gary Johnson. He graduated from Roseau High School in 1991, received a Bachelor of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin, Madison in 1995. Brian worked in the Mutual Fund industry for the past 20+ years, most recently with Eaton Vance. He had gained many different financial accreditations including the CPA, CIMA, IMCA and CSRIC. Brian made numerous friends through the finance world and was known for being kind, generous, thoughtful and fun to be around.
Brian has made an impact on so many lives. He had a gift of bringing people together. He created genuine relationships and took tremendous pride in his family. His love for his family was evident. Jack and Michael were his pride and joy. He liked nothing better than watching them play hockey, talking hockey and hanging at the rink. When he wasn't on the rink he loved to be on Lake Minnetonka, boating, wake surfing, fishing and pontooning. One of his favorite places to visit was Marco Island with the white beaches, warm sunshine, and sunsets. Brian loved to tell stories, listen to stories and laugh at stories. Some of his favorite memories were from his DU college days. He was a proud Badger!
He will be missed beyond measure by his wife of 16+ years, Betsy; sons, Jack (age 14) and Michael (age 12); parents, Jane and Gary Johnson; sister, Jen (Eric) Jensen; Inlaws, Jean and Tony Navarro; Brother and sister inlaws, Jenny and Chris Strawn, Anne and Jason Haugen, Elle and Tim Bruno; and many nieces (Addie, Molly, Abby, Zoa and Lou) and nephews (Drew, Alex and George). Funeral service February 27, at Our Lady of Grace at 10:30am. Memorials preferred to Jack and Michael's education.
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