A sorrowful atmosphere surrounded a funeral in Thailand, when a bride dressed in a wedding dress sang farewell to her fiancé. The groom-to-be died in a motorcycle accident 10 days before their scheduled ceremony.
On 10 Feb, 36-year-old Mr Thotsaphon (name transliterated from Thai) died when he was riding his big bike home in Bang Khla District, Chachoengsao. A fallen cable wire hanging over the road caught him by the neck, killing him instantly.
Source: Tnews
On Sunday (15 Feb), the family held a cremation ceremony at a local temple. Many relatives attended to pay their respects.
The family requested that guests not wear black, but instead wear bright, cheerful colours. The colours were for Mr Thotsaphon to depart in peace.
Source: Kaojorleuk
During the traditional three-lap procession around the crematorium, a brass band played upbeat, lively music instead of mournful dirges to keep the atmosphere positive for the departed soul.
The bride-to-be, wearing a traditional Thai dress, held his portrait throughout the ceremony. She sang a final song to him in front of the coffin. Everyone present was moved to tears despite their efforts to remain strong.
Source: Khaosod
Additionally, the deceased’s father dressed his son’s body in the wedding suit his son had planned to wear on his big day.
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Featured image adapted from Khaosod and Tnews.