Vale Eddie Carey

Post by **jackspratt** » March 13, 2016, 1:06 pm

Eddie Carey, previously of the world famous Eddies Bar, and one of Ban Dung and Udon Province's real characters, died at his home just outside Ban Dung last night.

He had been in poor health for some time.

Eddie will be missed by many.

RIP

Post by **Lone Star** » March 13, 2016, 1:44 pm

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » March 13, 2016, 3:07 pm

Terrible news .. a good friend for many years i loved his direct forth right attitude . Visited him recently in hospital then again at his wives business Pins Cafe in Ban Dung he was still cracking jokes but still wasnt feeling to good ....a very sad day we have lost a true character .

Would be nice to attend the funeral any details on a day / time ?

RIP

Jon n Dao

Post by **Martyn** » March 13, 2016, 4:44 pm

RIP, Eddie. Had planned to visit you early May. Sorry to hear you can't be there. I will miss your dry wit and humour. Safe journey.

Post by **redwolf** » March 13, 2016, 10:52 pm

ah crud Ban Dung Eddie has passed, a sad day indeed.

always liked seeing him on his runs into Udon, -a straight shooter for sure & will be missed.

as Jon asked, if anyone has info on funeral pls. advise...

RW

Post by **Bandung_Dero** » March 14, 2016, 12:59 pm

We are looking for a reasonable photo of Eddie to enlarge for his funeral, I have several but they are not very flattering.
Any help with this would be appreciated.
Thank you.

Post by **Martyn** » March 14, 2016, 3:30 pm

Post by **Bandung_Dero** » March 17, 2016, 7:02 am

Looks like the British Embassy have stopped throwing hoops, red tape etc. and issued a release for Eddies body (in Khon Kaen). Hopefully a funeral date and time later today.

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » March 17, 2016, 11:26 am

For those that wish to pay their last respects to one of Isaans true expat characters ...

Pin Eddies wife called me and confirmed Eddies funeral will take place this Saturday 19th at 1.00pm in Eddies Village (BanThung Kwang Pattana).

DM

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » March 17, 2016, 12:23 pm

Eddies home village is approx 16 km from Ban Dung .

Put these co-ordinates into Google Maps, or Google Earth

17°45'38.85"N 103° 9'39.30"E

DM

Post by **Bandung_Dero** » March 18, 2016, 6:59 am

Thanks Dean, close up of the village. I believe the Wat is the building to the East of the house at the bottom of the picture.

Post by **Bandung_Dero** » March 18, 2016, 7:49 am

Sorry, that was Jon. Got my monkeys crossed up.

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » March 20, 2016, 11:23 am

Yesterday Dao n I attended the funeral of "Ban Dung" Eddie ... it took place in his home village approx 16km outside Ban Dung at the temple where he walked his dog , he liked the place as it was very quiet so fitting he was laid to rest there.

The funeral itself was very well attended with many expats there as well as Thais , a traditional open air cremation in very hot weather.

RIP mate.

Post by **thaiguzzi** » March 20, 2016, 2:28 pm

RIP Edward.
See you on the other side, one day.
Love and Respect,
Michael.

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » May 20, 2016, 10:34 am

As an update ...

Yesterday Dao n I drove thru to Ban Dung to see Pin Eddies wife , it was the first time since he passed away and seemed strange to go and Eddie not being there , miss his banter and friendship .

Pleased to say Pin is keeping the business going well and even tho quite early quite a few customers , i had the full English breakfast the big one ... twas fantastic and the best i have had for years , Dao said you will never eat all that BUT FATBOY did the trick and twas soon history !!!!

If in BD well worth a visit nice menu with all the western favs plus very good Thai food .

Eddie would be proud and pleased that Pin is doing such a great job .

DM n Dao

Post by **Bandung_Dero** » May 20, 2016, 4:02 pm

On behalf of Pin, thank you for the kind words Jon. I have just returned after an extended stay in Aust. and -- Yes, Bun Dung is extremely quite at the moment but Pin is continuing to uphold the business 'IN SPITE' of some suppliers down South giving her a hard time as well as the 'typical Thai' lack of driving and navigating skills restricting her movements around Udon. I believe Green Dean is being very helpful.

She is very strong and will prevail. Oh, it's no secret she is in the market for a new 'Farang' -- The applicant will need to be to be somewhat less fragile than Eddie as his (past) broken bones would attest too!

Post by **Drunk Monkey** » May 20, 2016, 10:17 pm

Bandung_Dero wrote:On behalf of Pin, thank you for the kind words Jon. I have just returned after an extended stay in Aust. and -- Yes, Bun Dung is extremely quite at the moment but Pin is continuing to uphold the business 'IN SPITE' of some suppliers down South giving her a hard time as well as the 'typical Thai' lack of driving and navigating skills restricting her movements around Udon. I believe Green Dean is being very helpful.

She is very strong and will prevail. Oh, it's no secret she is in the market for a new 'Farang' -- The applicant will need to be to be somewhat less fragile than Eddie as his (past) broken bones would attest too!

BD.....Yes Pin did say a few suppliers who Eddie dealt with directly doon Sarf were being a bit awkward and i will do my best to assist and sort this out for her .

Pin is a very strong lady , a lovely attractive lass and im sure a "farang" will soon latch on ... Eddie did say to me just before he passed away that he had told Pin that when he died she must find another expat not a Thai and keep the business going , must say it appears she is doing a great job on her own , as you say the next fella will have to be on the ball as she has a mean right hook and handy with a rolling pin ....

Eddie .. gone but never forgotten .

Jon n Dao