Dr Afriyie Akotos Mother Journeys To Eternity On August 31

The mortal remains of Madam Gladys Adjepong, mother of the immediate past Minister of Food and Agriculture, Dr. Owusu Afriyie Akoto will be laid to rest on Saturday, August 31, 2024.

As Koforidua awakens to the warm glow of the rising sun, the community and the rest of the country prepare to bid a final farewell to the retired educationist who touched the lives of many

As a devoted mother, Madam Gladys nurtured her children, including Dr. Afriyie Akoto, with unwavering dedication and guidance. Her legacy continues to inspire and motivate those who knew her.

The pre-burial and burial services, scheduled for the Wesley Methodist Cathedral in Koforidua, promise to be a celebration of her life, as family, friends, and dignitaries gather to pay their last respects.

The cathedral walls will echo with tributes, eulogies, and fond memories of a lady who touched countless lives.

Madam Gladys' journey to eternity began on May 19, 2024, when she was called to glory in peace.

"As she journeys to eternity, we take comfort in the memories we shared, the lessons she taught, and the love she embodied," Dr. Afriyie Akoto said, his voice filled with emotion.

The mortal remains of Madam Gladys will be privately interred on Saturday, August 31, 2024, followed by the final funeral rites at the Omanhene's Park in Koforidua from 13:00 GMT to 18:00 GMT.

A memorial and thanksgiving service will be held in her honour on Sunday, September 1, 2024, at the Wesley Methodist Cathedral from 9:00 GMT to 12:00 GMT the

dress code will be black and white.

Born on December 18, 1927. She died at the age of 96.

Madam Gladys Adjepong left behind five children, countless grandchildren, and great-grandchildren.

Her legacy will impact on generations to come.