The Irish community together with Thais and friends from many nationalities
gathered together at Wat Mai Hat Jomtien on Wednesday November 10th to bid
farewell to Peter Ring, who passed away on Friday 5th November, at his home.
Peter Ring 1929 - 2010 RIP
Peter, who came from poor background in Ireland, became a
businessman in his home country, and was a member of the prestigious
Malahide Golf Club. After a successful career, he came to retire in Pattaya
over 10 years ago where he met his partner Oy. Whilst golf was his main
passion he loved music and musicals and was a great wit - always with a joke
to share - right to the end.
He was well known amongst the golfing community, playing
mainly with Lewiinski’s - but often played - with some success - in open
competitions with PSC, IPGC, and the Diana Group, all who were represented
today. Sadly he was unable to continue with golf during the last year of his
life.
At his service, which was both Buddhist and Catholic, we
were treated to some traditional Thai dancing and moving tributes from his 3
children Peter, Deidre, Tony, daughter-in-law Jennifer and Teddy - close
friend and neighbor.
There were a number of floral tributes from many of those
who knew him well from all over Pattaya.
After the Catholic blessing we sang the only song of the
afternoon ‘Amazing Grace’.
The service ended with the walk around the temple 3 times
before we said our final goodbyes.
Many gathered afterwards at Lewiinski’s where an
excellent buffet was provided.
God bless you Peter. RIP.
Nigel Cannon
