First Night of Merit-Making Ceremony for 'Nong Rose', Victim of Train-Bus Collision; Friends Express Gratitude for Her Friendship
A merit-making ceremony was held May 20 at a temple in Ubon Ratchathani for Wipharaksa "Nong Rose," 25, who died in a train-bus collision four days earlier. Friends gathered to honor her memory and express gratitude for her friendship.
The first night of a merit-making ceremony was held on May 20 at Suan Sawan Temple in Pibul District, Ubon Ratchathani Province, for Ms. Wipharaksa, known as Nong Rose, age 25, who died in a train-bus collision on May 16. Provincial officials Sarachai Khrongyut and Dr. Sirima Methvadi Sirthanitra presided over the ceremony attended by numerous family members and friends of the deceased.
Ms. Pawrisa, Rose's close friend from high school, recalled their last meeting during Songkran, when they discussed travel plans for the coming year. She described Rose as someone living a normal, promising life with remarkable talents and abilities. "Thank you for being our friend," Pawrisa said. "Since there are no miracles left, I just hope our friend will be free from pain and illness."
The merit-making ceremony for Ms. Wipharaksa is scheduled for three days, with today being the first day. The funeral will take place on Saturday, May 23.
