After 14 years, this Columbus bakery is being sold. Here’s why

Patrick Cooper, owner of the Gigi’s Cupcakes location in Columbus, announced Saturday on Facebook that the bakery at 2511-B Airport Thruway will be offered for sale. When the sale is complete, the location will be closed, according to the post.

“For 14 years, this place has meant so much to our family,” the post says. “It’s been filled with early mornings, late nights, laughter, and countless memories we’ll always hold close. We truly believe there’s still so much life and purpose here. This is a fully equipped, turn-key bakery—perfect for a passionate home baker ready to grow, or someone looking to step into a larger, ready-to-go space.”

Cooper cited the death of his wife, Jennifer, and the unexpected changes it has brought to his family as the reason for the sale. She died in a fatal crash Nov. 18, 2025.

“We feel it’s time to step back and allow someone else to carry this space forward,” the post says. “While it won’t continue as a Gigi’s location after the sale, it’s ready for a new story to be written within these walls.”

Gigi’s Cupcakes in Columbus still was open as of publication. Its hours are Mondays through Saturdays from 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Cooper later clarified that Gigi’s Cupcakes in Opelika will remain open.

“While not as convenient for our Columbus/Phenix City customers, the same great cupcakes and cakes will continue to be available in Opelika,” Cooper wrote. “We’d love the opportunity to serve you in our Opelika store!”

Cooper did not respond to the Ledger-Enquirer’s request for comment before publication.