The mortal remains of the late Odarkwei Lamptey, the father of Asante Kotoko deputy captain, Richmond Lamptey will be laid to rest on Saturday at Odupong Ofaakor in the Central Region.
The father of the Black Stars midfielder was said to have died on Saturday, February 26th after battling illness.
Lamptey had arrived from Kpando with his teammates when the news of his father’s demise broke.
The exit of Mr. Odarkwei leaves a void in Richmond Lamptey’s career and those who were fortunate enough to have known him.
According to the family, his burial service will take place at Odupong Ofaakor Old Funeral Grounds in Kasoa.
Following the burial on Saturday, May 18, a Thanksgiving Service will be held at the same venue.
The Black Stars midfielder has been excused from club duties as he mourns the death of his father.
Lamptey was part of Ghana’s team at the Africa Cup of Nations in Ivory Coast last month.
