Bernice Offei will receive a private burial after a public farewell in Accra. The Ghanaian gospel star was 63 when she passed away, and plans for her funeral have been made public. Mourners will gather at Legon Interdenominational Church to pay their last respects.
First on the program is a special night to remember her life. Guests will also get a chance to view her remains before a church ceremony. Final rites will follow at the venue, while a separate thanksgiving gathering will take place later. No sitting is planned after the memorial.
Her voice had touched many lives long before her death. Fans knew her through tracks such as Life Is Short, Hold On, and Kaa She Gbeyei. She also picked up two Ghana Music Awards, one for her vocal work and another for her skill as a songwriter.
There was a worrying episode before her passing as well. Offei went missing in Accra, sparking concern among relatives and members of the public. People joined the search, and news that she had been found brought some relief.
Her former manager, Kwasi Ernest, later shared details of her health struggles. He said dementia had affected her for about five years, making it hard for her to recall things and carry out basic tasks.
For those who grew up with her songs, her music remains a key part of Ghana's gospel scene. Decades of work gave her a place in the hearts of listeners, with her voice and lyrics still part of what people remember about her.
First on the program is a special night to remember her life. Guests will also get a chance to view her remains before a church ceremony. Final rites will follow at the venue, while a separate thanksgiving gathering will take place later. No sitting is planned after the memorial.
Her voice had touched many lives long before her death. Fans knew her through tracks such as Life Is Short, Hold On, and Kaa She Gbeyei. She also picked up two Ghana Music Awards, one for her vocal work and another for her skill as a songwriter.
There was a worrying episode before her passing as well. Offei went missing in Accra, sparking concern among relatives and members of the public. People joined the search, and news that she had been found brought some relief.
Her former manager, Kwasi Ernest, later shared details of her health struggles. He said dementia had affected her for about five years, making it hard for her to recall things and carry out basic tasks.
For those who grew up with her songs, her music remains a key part of Ghana's gospel scene. Decades of work gave her a place in the hearts of listeners, with her voice and lyrics still part of what people remember about her.
