In memory of

Odarkor "Coco" Lamptey

New York, NY, USA

August 1, 1983 - December 28, 2020

Aug 1, 1983 - Dec 28, 2020

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In memory of

Odarkor "Coco" Lamptey

Passed

December 28, 2020
Born

August 1, 1983
Resided

New York, NY, USA

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On behalf of our entire family, we thank you for the all of the support you have shown us since the untimely passing of our daughter and sister, Odarkor (known to us affectionately as "Korkor"). Though this grief is immeasurable, please know that your love is felt and appreciated.

Korkor was a vibrant and vivacious soul. Please use this site to share memories, stories, photos and celebrate her incredible life. Here you'll also find details about her homegoing services and links to view each event online.

Many of you have asked for ways to honor Korkor. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Vision for Children in Liberia (VCIL), NAMCAL, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center or iMentor (details on FAQ tab). Please email lqprod5@gmail.com with any questions.

Thank you again for all of your love and support.

Updates

Update from May 5, 2021

Dear family and friends;

Due to the uncertainties of the Covid 19 levels of wellness, we decided to postpone the August Celebration of Life for our Dear Odarkor (Coco) to January 15, 2022. This new date also coincides with the First Anniversary of her passing. We love you, we care for your health and wellness and we love to have you there safely.

As always we thank you for your understanding and support.

Sincerely,
The Lamptey and Hodroj Families

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Odarkor Gloria Lamptey, known to many friends as Coco, was born in Monrovia, Liberia on August 1, 1983 to George and Felicia (Williams) Lamptey. Odarkor attended The Dalton School in New York City for middle school and high school, where she loved theater and worked on several school productions. In fact, she spent many years as a performing arts student at City Lights Youth Theater at New York City’s City Center.

After high school, Odarkor …

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Method of disposition

Burial

Final resting place

George Washington Memorial Park

234 Paramus Road, Paramus, NJ 07653

Funeral services provided by

Benta's Funeral Home

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Created with love by Ali Hodroj (Odarkor's boyfriend), Dr. George Lamptey (Odarkor's father), Koshie Nartey, Hnede Lamptey, Darte Lamptey and George Lamptey.

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