The final funeral rites for former Ghanaian international Raphael Dwamena were held today at the Adjiriganor AstroTurf.
People from the football fraternity in Ghana and beyond gathered at the venue to bid farewell to the former Black Stars forward alongside Dwamena’s family.
During the ceremony, Raphael’s widow delivered a touching tribute, describing him as her confidant and light. She expressed comfort in the cherished memories they shared.
“Rapha, your name still echoes in my heart with warmth and melody. Reflecting on our shared years of bliss, I find solace in precious memories of the laughter, wisdom and the love that defined us. You were more than a husband. You were my confidante, guide and the source of irreplaceable love,” she said.
In a separate development, Raphael’s sister, Yvonne Dwamena, announced a second funeral date on Onua TV during an interview with Captain Smart. She explained that the family would hold a separate funeral service on Saturday, distinct from the one organized by the Ghana Football Association (GFA).
This decision arose from a dispute between the wife and the deceased’s family over the provision of a shroud for the corpse. The family objected to the wife and her family’s involvement in providing the shroud, leading to the decision to hold a separate funeral service.
