Accra Community Mourns Elder Richard Kweku Bedu Hudson
Elder Richard Kweku Bedu Hudson, a respected member of the Agona Swedru community, has passed away at the age of 84. His funeral arrangements have been announced by the family, with a laying in state scheduled for Sunday, 09th August 2026, at Labone SDA Church, Accra.
Family and Community in Mourning
The family of Elder Richard Kweku Bedu Hudson is in deep mourning following his passing. The Agona Swedru Owane Twidan Family, Owarekese, has taken the lead in organizing the funeral arrangements, with a long list of chief mourners including Ebusuapanyin Kofi Kyereboah, Nana Essieni V, Ninfahene of Agona Swedru, and Supi Ebo Ampaaben.
Funeral and Burial Arrangements
The funeral and burial arrangements for Elder Richard Kweku Bedu Hudson are as follows: Laying in State will take place on Sunday, 09th August 2026, from 06:00 to 08:30 at Labone SDA Church, Accra. The Burial Service will follow from 09:00 to 11:00 at the same location, with a Private Burial to follow. A Thanksgiving Service is scheduled for Saturday, 15th August 2026, from 09:00 to 12:30 at Amazing Facts SDA Church, Mamprobi – Accra.
Obituary
Elder Richard Kweku Bedu Hudson leaves behind a legacy of love and service to his community. He is survived by his widow, Juliana Helena Assan, his children, Theophilus Kobina Kwansah, Benjamin Kobina Kwansa, Jennifer Aba Kwansa-Hudson, and Susuana Aba Hudson, and his grandchildren, EwuraEsi Kwansa, Jojoe Kwansa, Jeremy Kofi Badu Kwansah, Nana Kwame Ampofo Agyei Antwi, Angelique Kukua Kwansima Kwansah, and Papa Kwaku Agyei Antwi. The family has asked that friends and sympathizers dress in black and white for the funeral.
Community Reacts
The news of Elder Richard Kweku Bedu Hudson's passing has sent shockwaves through the Agona Swedru community. Tributes are pouring in from across the city, with many expressing their condolences to the family. As the community comes together to mourn the loss of a beloved member, they are also celebrating his life and legacy.
Source: Joy Online
