With heartfelt sympathy and loving remembrance, we celebrate the life and legacy of Bernard "BJ" Copeland, Jr., whose vibrant spirit, infectious smile, and loving heart touched countless lives. Family and friends are invited to join in honoring and celebrating his life during the Public Viewing on Friday, May 15, 2026, from 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM and the Celebration of Life Service on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 11:00 AM at Greater New Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1125 N. New York Ave., Lakeland, FL 33805. Following the service, interment will take place at Oakhill Burial Park, US Hwy. 98 S., Lakeland, FL. Professional services entrusted to Coney Funeral Home, 647 W. Memorial Blvd., Lakeland, FL 33815.