We gather here today not only to say goodbye, but to celebrate the rich, colorful life of a man who left his brushstrokes across the canvas of this world — Darnell Copphager. Born in Germany in 1962, Darnell carried with him an old soul and a restless heart. From a young age, he saw the world not just as it was, but as it could be — filled with beauty, music, and adventure. He was an artist in every sense of the word. Whether he was painting sun-drenched villages he passed through in Tuscany, or capturing the misty hills of Ireland on canvas, his art always reflected his belief that life, at its core, was meant to be savored. But Darnell’s love for the world wasn’t limited to landscapes. He was a man of melody too — humming along to his favorite jazz records, whistling as he painted, and teaching us that music could be a language of the heart. And above all else, he was a traveler — not just of places, but of souls. He believed in collecting not just passport stamps, but moments: meals shared with strangers, sunrises seen from unfamiliar balconies, laughter echoing across distant cities. Yet, for all the miles he wandered, the true masterpiece of Darnell’s life was his family. He leaves behind his beautiful, devoted wife, Stacy Locklear — the love of his life, his anchor, his muse. Their love was timeless — a kind of love that still danced in the kitchen when no one was watching. Together they raised a strong, kind daughter, Wendy, who inherited his sense of wonder and creativity. And to his great-granddaughters, Shyan and Kayla — oh, how he adored you. In your laughter, he found youth again. In your curiosity, he saw his legacy carried forward. You were the light in his later years — the ones who made him smile even when the world felt heavy. Today, we don’t just mourn a man — we honor a life fully lived. A life of color, of music, of love, and of wonder. Darnell, may your spirit continue to roam, your songs fill the skies, and your paintings live on in every heart you touched. We will miss you always. But we will carry you with us — in every sunset, every melody, every new place we explore. Rest easy, sweet soul. Your journey isn’t over. It’s just begun.