The wife of a Jewish man buried in a Chachoengsao cemetery has appealed to reporters for help coordinating the removal of her husband’s body to conduct a cremation ceremony as he had requested before his death. She believes his spirit has not yet departed. The Public Health Department has sprayed disinfectant around the cemetery.
According to reports about a new Jewish cemetery in Samaed Tai Subdistrict, Bang Khla District, Chachoengsao Province, recent inspections found four bodies inside the area. Officials confirmed that the relevant authorities have not renewed the cemetery’s operating license, causing local residents to become fearful. Pol.Por.Peer Suwannachawi, Deputy Minister of Interior, visited the site, ordered a suspension of body transfers, and instructed authorities to verify identities and investigate land ownership rights, demanding progress reports by 13 Sep, as previously reported.
On 12 Sep 2026, Mrs. Pakawan, the wife of the Israeli man buried as the third body in this cemetery, complained to reporters that her husband had asked before he died to have his body cremated, but religious issues have prevented this. She expressed concern that her husband's spirit is still lingering and has not moved on. With recent orders to remove all bodies from the cemetery, she feels sorry for her husband. She tried calling the funeral company but was scolded and accused of not having enough money; they said they would find another burial place and then hung up.
Mrs. Pakawan also said she spent over 2 million baht on medical treatment and questioned why she could not pay to cremate her husband’s body. She appealed through the media to the minister, saying, “Please help me. I am ready to take my husband’s body for cremation.”
Reporters noted that after the order to remove all bodies within two days, the funeral company informed Bang Khla District office that they could not proceed during the weekend due to religious ceremonies. If they cannot meet the deadline, the company may request an extension. The district authorities understand the religious rites involved and the need to prepare a new location for relocation. Any body removal must be reported to the district. Coordination with the company has been cooperative, and they are willing to comply with official orders. The only issue may be some delay in timing.
Regarding the first body buried near the cemetery wall, removal must be handled by the company since the deceased’s daughter is still a minor, and family members disagree on whether to cremate or re-bury the body.
Additionally, reporters observed that Public Health Department officials sprayed disinfectant around the cemetery today.