The mother of former Sechskies member Kim Jae Duk has passed away.

The singer's mother died on February 27th in Busan. Her wake will take place in Busan, and the coffin will be borne on the 29th.

Fellow singer Jang Soo Won who has promoted with Kim Jae Duk as both Sechs Kies and J-Walk wrote via his Twitter page on the 28th, "Jae Duk hyung's mother has passed away. Please pray for hyung who is going through a difficult time."

Kim Jae Duk was discharged from the Korean military in 2010 and recently participated in recording a soundtrack for SBS TV's 'Take Care Of Us, Captain'.

No detailed information was released regarding the cause of his mother's death. We send our deepest condolences to Kim Jae Duk and his family. May his mother rest in peace.

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