Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
Bernice "Bonnie BJ" Jenkins
Bernice "Bonnie BJ" Jenkins
Obituary
Guest Book
Bernice Jenkins Obituary
Publish in a newspaper
To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Bernice "Bonnie" "BJ" Jenkins, please visit our floral store.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Terence Pollard
July 17, 2025
Jenkins ( Family) I had to pleasure of serving the country with her.
She was always respectful!
Family members, Remember the good times, hold them dear to your heart. Life is only a Moment
Soldier, you are relieved of your duty and we will take Watch from here.
Thank you for your service, I am saddened to hear of your passing.
Always, Duty, Honor and Country ( slow salute )
Pollard
[ as she always referred to me ]
Clinton Griffin
July 16, 2025
My thoughts of Peace to the Family memories stay in the Heart
Sebrenah V Phillips
July 12, 2025
Bonnie...I never would have imagined memorializing you, my niece. I will miss you, your phone calls, your hugs, your warm sweet voice and especially how you said,"Heeey Aunteee, I love youuu!" I loved and will cherish how you made sure we knew who our kinfolk were! I´ll never forget how you acted in such a way with urgency like you were on a mission when doing so. I get it, you were carrying on the legacy of your Grandfather, Rev J.H. Phillips, Sr. His words, "When you find them, don´t let them go" and he taught us that even our 13th Cousin should be treated like a Father/Mother/Brother/ or Sister. They are Family he´d say! ! I´ll never forget your calls when you fussed at me, sounding like your daddy Clarence Sr. I swallowed it, and said, "Aww She´ll be alright!" and it was true, you came around. You showed love for family and that´s the truth.
I knew something was wrong when you did not call me back or answer my calls and texts. Then I got that dreadful call on a stormy evening as if the whole earth was lamenting over the death of someone... but I know Heaven rejoices over the transitioning of a Saint. I´m at peace knowing you aren´t suffering. With tears and a heavy heart because I´m human, I´ll always love you and miss you. Thank you for your undying love for your son/my nephew and all of us. It will be hard imagining life without you. So I choose to remember you the way you were, last time I saw you.
So, Family, let´s keep loving and cherishing one another. Love, Prayers and Peace for us all as God guides us through this journey called life. St John 3:16 says we should not let our hearts be trouble, especially when we believe in God. We´ll meet again.
Joyce Kendrick
July 11, 2025
I met BJ At the Veterans Medial Center and we worked side by side and I was saddened to hear of her passing, I'm praying for you her family at this time.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Karen Hutchinson
July 11, 2025
Girl girl girl wow I can remember those cross town days gopher den Mr dot robinson store night walks over to Betty´s shop omg so many good memoriesnot to mention bean fields squash fields orange groves girl we did it all didn´t we and these kids these days be talking about fun I can´t tell it all but I do pray we get to see each other in HEAVEN LOVE YOU AND WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER US!!!!!!!!!
HANG IN THERE FAMILY TRUST JESUS
LOVE Y´ALL KAREN LAWRENCE HUTCHINSON
Sandy Downing
July 10, 2025
BJ you had such a beautiful soul and spirit My sincere condolences to your family You will be missed
Claudia DeBlaw
July 10, 2025
Claudia Deblaw
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
6120 SW 13th Street, Gainesville, FL 32608
Make a Donation
in Bernice Jenkins's name
People and places connected with Bernice
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Bernice's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Bernice Jenkins's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
