Dikembe Mutombo's family is looking to continue the Hall of Famer's many charitable endeavors ... encouraging his fans to donate to a memorial fund following his death -- which will help the causes and organizations he passionately worked on throughout his life.
Mutombo's loved ones -- wife, Rose, and kids Carrie, Jean-Jacques, and Ryan -- released a heartfelt statement on Thursday ... just days after Mutombo passed away from brain cancer at the age of 58.
"We are deeply grateful for the outpouring of love and condolences we have received from people around the world following the passing of our beloved Dikembe," the message read.