Gospel singer Bernice Offei laid to rest after nearly 40 years of ministry

Gospel singer Bernice Offei was laid to rest after a service at the Legon Interdenominational Church on Saturday, November 14. Family, friends, former colleagues, and gospel music personalities gathered to celebrate her life and legacy. Tributes were given by various individuals and institutions that had been part of her life, including her time as girls’ senior prefect at Achimota School and her tenure as the bank’s card services manager at Standard Chartered Bank Ghana for over 11 years.

The gospel music community praised her as a founding member who dedicated herself fully to gospel music. Her personal tributes included videos and a biography detailing her journey through Achimota School, the University of Ghana, University College London, and her nearly 40-year gospel ministry. Her mother, two sons, and husband, Professor Samuel Kwame Offei, also shared memories of her.

The Legon Interdenominational Church recognized her contributions to their music ministry, with Apostle JFK Mensah preaching about the importance of reflecting one’s knowledge of God in ministry. Ministerial leaders from various churches were acknowledged, with the family expressing gratitude for support and announcing a private burial.

Bernice Offei passed away in September at the age of 63, leaving behind her husband, two sons, her mother, three sisters, and the daughters she raised.