01/10/2024
I Thank God for your presence amongst us Dikembe Mutombo
I Thank God for all the wonderful years granted to you
I Thank God …
I met your father when I was 14 years old and he came to visit at home in Kinshasa to speak with my father… I met you when I was 16 at your sisters’ home for the first time and immediately loved your being as I was so impressed with your kindness and humility…
Many years later I was blessed with the opportunity to work with Basketball Without Borders and witnessed first hand the impact of your spirit, energy and love.
I clearly remember our conversations and the time you shared with me that you promised Nelson Mandela that you’d bring the NBA to Africa and that you did!!! THANK YOU 🤍
THANK YOU for honoring your mother and building a hospital in her name 🤍
THANK YOU for honoring your father and building a Science Institute in his name 🤍
My deepest condolences to maman Rose, your children and entire family
Rest in Peace 🕯🕊