Bernice Offei to be buried in Accra on November 14

Veteran Ghanaian gospel musician Bernice Offei will be laid to rest on November 14, 2026, following her passing earlier this year. The burial service and final funeral rites for the late singer are set to take place in Accra, bringing together family, friends, and the gospel music community to celebrate a life dedicated to ministry through song. Offei, whose soulful voice and contemplative lyrics inspired many, died on September 12, 2026, at the age of 63.

The funeral activities will commence with a remembrance night on Wednesday, November 11, at the Legon Interdenominational Church in Accra. This will be followed by the main burial service on Saturday, November 14, at the same venue. After the service, the family will hold a private interment and final rites to commit her to her final resting place. The weekend of mourning will conclude with a thanksgiving service on Sunday, November 15, 2026, at the same location, where the congregation will celebrate her enduring impact on the church and the music industry.

Bernice Offei’s career spanned decades, during which she released six influential albums. She was widely acclaimed for hit songs such as "Kaa She Gbeyei" and the deeply reflective "Life Is Short." The latter was born out of her personal experiences and the loss of a young friend, which shaped her perspective on the brevity of life and the importance of living with purpose. Her excellence in the industry was formally recognized at the 2009 Ghana Music Awards, where her sixth album, "Life," earned her the titles of Best Female Vocal Performance and Songwriter of the Year.

Beyond her musical career, Bernice Offei was a devoted family woman. She is survived by her husband, Professor Samuel Kwame Offei, and their two sons. Her legacy remains firmly established in Ghana’s gospel music scene, remembered not only for her vocal talent but also for the profound spiritual depth of her compositions. As the nation prepares to bid her farewell, her music continues to offer comfort and guidance to her many followers across the country and beyond.