Popular Post Thinkingallowed Posted August 27, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 27, 2020 This sad occasion will take place on the 11th of September. It looks like I may be reading a eulogy at the service, hopefully it will be a much more eloquent member but he has his doubts on availability. If you have a story that could be of any help to us writing the eulogy it would be much appreciated. You can post stuff here or pm as you wish. 14 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baldylocks Posted August 27, 2020 Share Posted August 27, 2020 You will do him proud Andy, i will be away in Greece on the 11th, so will raise a glass to Phil while im there, i expect there will be number restrictions in place because of covid anyway, best wishes and strength to Puang. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Horizondave Posted August 27, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted August 27, 2020 (edited) Andy will do him proud and he is certainly the right man for the occasion. I am humbled by him calling me an eloquent gentleman, a tag I might like to keep even if it makes me sound like an old timer. I just wanted to add that it is likely that I will be moving into a new house in south Wales the week starting 07 September and my daughter will be starting a new school year on the Tuesday of that week. I really want to be at the funeral but presently logistically it is not possible as my daughter will need to be transported to school as well as my moving from London to Wales throughout that week means I can not be in two places at once. What I and my family will be doing together with Andy is transporting Puang and Thomas together with Phil's ashes to the sea at Filey, North Yorkshire where Phil has insisted his ashes are scattered. I will be proud to do that for my good friend. I hope any of you that may have known Phil can let Andy know some stories that will show what a fine guy he was. Edited August 27, 2020 by Horizondave 10 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thinkingallowed Posted September 9, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 9, 2020 This is the eulogy to be read by the celebrant at the funeral. If anyone has anything to add please let me know. EULOGY Phil was born in Leeds on the 14th March 1970. He was raised with his sister Louise and Brother Mark. Happy times were had in the 1980’s when the family holidayed in Filey, spending time looking for crabs on Filey Brigg, fishing and building sandcastle fortresses. Phil career was varied and living for a time in Lanzarote meant that he ran a bar but then turned his hand to building swimming pools, a job which he loved. In 2006 Phil returned to the UK and began work fitting carpets for various establishments. He was well known and every one liked him. His friends expressed what a good friend he was and how he always wore a warm smile even on a dark day. He was knowledgeable about a variety of things and was always happy to help at the drop of a hat. Nothing was too much trouble for Phil and even if it was he was too polite to say so. He will be remembered by his fellow tradesmen for his reaction when he hit his hand with a hammer as he would run up and down blowing on his fingers. Phil had itchy feet and didn’t settle anywhere long. He made friends all over the world and in 2009 on a trip to Thailand he met his soulmate Puang. In 2011 their relationship began and I am told they were perfectly matched from the beginning. In 2013 Phil moved to Thailand to be with his wife to be. Puang had her own business renting out Motorbikes and the couple began working together, adding the sale of Android TV Boxes to their empire. In 2016 the couple moved to the UK. They were a couple built on great trust, shown especially when Puang sold her business and entrusted Phil with the money to set up a new life for them both in the UK. In 2017 the couple returned to Thailand to get married. They have been totally devoted to each other for ten years. There is a moment in time when the universe turns itself completely upside down and nothing makes sense anymore. It is a moment when facts become fiction and every truth you ever believed in instantly becomes a lie… It’s when the present becomes the past, your life story becomes a myth and your dreams become little more than childish fantasies… Your reality becomes an illusion as your anxieties transform into fear because somewhere inside you realize that this is the moment you are watching everything dissolve away into nothing… This is what it feels like to lose the love of your life - life can be so cruel. I know that in the days and months a head Phil would want you to help Puang as much as you are able. One of Phil's legacies is a forum he set up for mensimilar to himself who had a connection with Thailand. He was universally liked. Liked isn't a strong enough word, loved and admired would be more appropriate.Phil had over 15 000 followers and dedicated himself to the forum often spending all night on line helping people. Phil loving created the family home in Middleton andon the 29th November 2018 he became a very proud Daddy to Thomas. Sadly two years ago Phil was diagnosed with cancer. Puang, Thomas and Phil have spent every waking moment together creating memories. The day Phil went home for the last timethere was delight in his eyes to be with Puang and Thomas. Andy told me that as they were leaving Phil was helping him with good local information on how to get back to their homes the quickest and safest way. Literally helping others to the very end. Phil stayed strong for Thomas throughout his illness he wanted his life to be as normal as possible and for him to remember who his Daddy was. We can help Thomas to remember his wonderful Daddy by always speaking about him and keeping his memory alive. I hope today you can be comforted by this important last act of love and respect that you have shared in here today. Phil’s life has been like a tapestry into which you are all woven to some extent. The tapestry began on the 14th March 1970 and the threads were carefully knotted as Phil took to his final sleep surrounded by the love of his family; Puang, Thomas and Louise all holding his hand on 22nd August 2020. Phil's tapestry is made up of many threads of memories which, no matter how time passes, will always remain somewhere in your hearts, safely stored to be accessed when you need them. 20 4 1 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bazle Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 Quote One of Phil's legacies is a forum he set up for men similar to himself who had a connection with Thailand. Maybe amend "men" to "people"? 1 2 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nampla69 Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 8 hours ago, Thinkingallowed said: This is the eulogy to be read by the celebrant at the funeral. If anyone has anything to add please let me know. EULOGY Phil was born in Leeds on the 14th March 1970. He was raised with his sister Louise and Brother Mark. Happy times were had in the 1980’s when the family holidayed in Filey, spending time looking for crabs on Filey Brigg, fishing and building sandcastle fortresses. Phil career was varied and living for a time in Lanzarote meant that he ran a bar but then turned his hand to building swimming pools, a job which he loved. In 2006 Phil returned to the UK and began work fitting carpets for various establishments. He was well known and every one liked him. His friends expressed what a good friend he was and how he always wore a warm smile even on a dark day. He was knowledgeable about a variety of things and was always happy to help at the drop of a hat. Nothing was too much trouble for Phil and even if it was he was too polite to say so. He will be remembered by his fellow tradesmen for his reaction when he hit his hand with a hammer as he would run up and down blowing on his fingers. Phil had itchy feet and didn’t settle anywhere long. He made friends all over the world and in 2009 on a trip to Thailand he met his soulmate Puang. In 2011 their relationship began and I am told they were perfectly matched from the beginning. In 2013 Phil moved to Thailand to be with his wife to be. Puang had her own business renting out Motorbikes and the couple began working together, adding the sale of Android TV Boxes to their empire. In 2016 the couple moved to the UK. They were a couple built on great trust, shown especially when Puang sold her business and entrusted Phil with the money to set up a new life for them both in the UK. In 2017 the couple returned to Thailand to get married. They have been totally devoted to each other for ten years. There is a moment in time when the universe turns itself completely upside down and nothing makes sense anymore. It is a moment when facts become fiction and every truth you ever believed in instantly becomes a lie… It’s when the present becomes the past, your life story becomes a myth and your dreams become little more than childish fantasies… Your reality becomes an illusion as your anxieties transform into fear because somewhere inside you realize that this is the moment you are watching everything dissolve away into nothing… This is what it feels like to lose the love of your life - life can be so cruel. I know that in the days and months a head Phil would want you to help Puang as much as you are able. One of Phil's legacies is a forum he set up for mensimilar to himself who had a connection with Thailand. He was universally liked. Liked isn't a strong enough word, loved and admired would be more appropriate.Phil had over 15 000 followers and dedicated himself to the forum often spending all night on line helping people. Phil loving created the family home in Middleton andon the 29th November 2018 he became a very proud Daddy to Thomas. Sadly two years ago Phil was diagnosed with cancer. Puang, Thomas and Phil have spent every waking moment together creating memories. The day Phil went home for the last timethere was delight in his eyes to be with Puang and Thomas. Andy told me that as they were leaving Phil was helping him with good local information on how to get back to their homes the quickest and safest way. Literally helping others to the very end. Phil stayed strong for Thomas throughout his illness he wanted his life to be as normal as possible and for him to remember who his Daddy was. We can help Thomas to remember his wonderful Daddy by always speaking about him and keeping his memory alive. I hope today you can be comforted by this important last act of love and respect that you have shared in here today. Phil’s life has been like a tapestry into which you are all woven to some extent. The tapestry began on the 14th March 1970 and the threads were carefully knotted as Phil took to his final sleep surrounded by the love of his family; Puang, Thomas and Louise all holding his hand on 22nd August 2020. Phil's tapestry is made up of many threads of memories which, no matter how time passes, will always remain somewhere in your hearts, safely stored to be accessed when you need them. That is beautifully written and very moving. Well done Andy I'm sure from us all. Done him proud mate. 4 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john1000 Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 2 hours ago, nampla69 said: That is beautifully written and very moving. Well done Andy I'm sure from us all. Done him proud mate. Second that. Great tribute. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grayray Posted September 9, 2020 Share Posted September 9, 2020 (edited) Edited September 9, 2020 by grayray 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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grayray Posted September 10, 2020 Share Posted September 10, 2020 (edited) one of the mates mother passed over lastweek-end, her funeral was this day but I had one of those bad turns us old farts can get sometimes, and I could not go,so iwas listening to some music and come across this,and don't know why but I thought of Phils wife Puang and young Thomas regards grayray Edited September 10, 2020 by grayray 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Thinkingallowed Posted September 11, 2020 Author Popular Post Share Posted September 11, 2020 (edited) It is over and went as well as these things can in these strange days. Can't write much now but Puang gave me permission to post this photo of Thomas and the flowers sent to represent the forum. Thanks to John Luke for attending and representing the forum. Edited September 11, 2020 by Thinkingallowed 18 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post john luke Posted September 11, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 11, 2020 14 minutes ago, Thinkingallowed said: It is over and went as well as these things can in these strange days. Can't write much now but Puang gave me permission to post this photo of Thomas and the flowers sent to represent the forum. Thanks to John Luke for attending and representing the forum. I was glad that I was able to attend, pay my respects and offer my condolences to Puang. The service was non secular but very appropriate and professionally delivered by the celebrator. My particlar thanks go to Andy for the practical help and support that he has been able to give to Puang and Thomas. It was also good to meet Andy for a catch up chat. 14 4 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thinkingallowed Posted September 11, 2020 Author Share Posted September 11, 2020 1 hour ago, john luke said: I was glad that I was able to attend, pay my respects and offer my condolences to Puang. The service was non secular but very appropriate and professionally delivered by the celebrator. My particlar thanks go to Andy for the practical help and support that he has been able to give to Puang and Thomas. It was also good to meet Andy for a catch up chat. Was lovely to catch up with you and thanks for the lift 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Krapow Posted September 15, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 15, 2020 I''ve so much emotion reading this thread. I just want to echo everyone else in saying thanks to those there, or involved in helping Phil before he passed, Puang and little Thomas. Incredible and very poignant picture of little Thomas. 7 1 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Britboy Posted September 15, 2020 Popular Post Share Posted September 15, 2020 I've been away for a few days, so just caught up with this thread. I did meet up with @nampla69 on the day of the funeral, and we raised a glass to Phil. The eulogy was well written and very poignant and it's great that some of you guys could attend. Life is so sad sometimes, especially this year. I'm sure Phil is in a better place, in no pain any more and looking down with pride on Puang and Thomas. God bless you Phil. 6 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Proffesor Posted September 17, 2020 Share Posted September 17, 2020 Might I ask, " Is there any interest amongst those of us here in Pattaya, in holding a Wake for Phil ?" The other Phil ( Mr Egg @ LePub ) has intimated that he is happy to host the event, and with the assistance of a BM, even provide catering. If there is interest, I'm happy to set it up. If I was clever ( HELP ! ) I'd set up a poll asking :- Are you interested ? If you are, what evening of the week would suit you best ? I'll say no more . . . . . Cheers Proffesor 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Freee!! Posted September 17, 2020 Share Posted September 17, 2020 (edited) 8 hours ago, Proffesor said: If I was clever ( HELP ! ) I'd set up a poll asking :- For that I usually use BOOTZ poll creator, unfortunately for you it is in Dutch, so I'll give it a try: Poll: Would you be interested in joining a wake for Phil? Yes No Results so far:Also create a poll? Click here Poll: What evening would best suit you? Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday All the same to me Results so far:Also create a poll? Click here EDIT: Come on people, this is a working poll, vote. Edited September 17, 2020 by Freee!! 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tommy dee Posted September 17, 2020 Share Posted September 17, 2020 for sure we should have a wake at le pub. the response before was slow, maybe too short notice, but anyone interested in going could list here and then pls feel free to arrange 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KWA Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I'm in. Any day suits me. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krapow Posted September 18, 2020 Share Posted September 18, 2020 I only wish i could be there! 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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