Former Black Stars skipper John Mensah has been hit with sad news following the death of his mother, Madam Mary Donkor aka Auntie Amafoa.

Auntie Amafoa passed away on Thursday at the age of 78 years after a short illness.

According to reports, November 2, has been fixed for the one-week observation at Kriki Wawasi in Obuasi as custom demands.

“It has not been easy, it is tough, but God knows best. Funeral arrangements would be announced later,” the EX Sunderland star told dailyguidenetwork.