Washington Square

[Gary A]

I was sitting here this morning reminiscing about the old days. One of the first characters I met in 1991 after moving to Bangkok was the owner of the Texas Lone Starr. George Pipas was loud, obnoxious, profane and quick to pass out insults. I had found it indeed strange that this kind of man could have so many loyal friends. Eventually I was to find out that beneath his hulking loud mouth exterior was a caring decent guy who did his best to hide the real person. It's really hard to explain, but those who knew George will understand what I am trying to say.

George has passed away and part of Washington Square has died with him. I think George was 87 years old. Perhaps Washington Square really is dead and will be soon be gone but the many stories that came out of the Square will live on in at least my memories.

Washington Square was/is the home away from home for several well known authors who write the books about Bangkok and Thailand. Hopefully one of them will put together a true account of the residents, things and stories that made the Square unique.

RIP Khun George

[bkkjames]

Never knew George but sounds like a nice enough guy.

Regarding Washington Square, is it not itself set for a burial sometime soon? I heard the land was bought to make way for yet another condo development.

[Shotime]

I didn't know George, but he sounds like my kind of man. Where is Washington Square?

[aussiechick]

I have had the good luck to meet George at the Texas Lone Star and he was always the perfect gentleman with me. Have been going to the Lone Star for a long time now and do sometimes stay in the rooms upstairs.

George will be missed by many.

RIP

[KhunDennis]

Rest in Peace George, my old Friend, it was a privilege knowing you.

Right now my head is filled with images of the past, and remembrances of your hospitality and good advice over the years.

You once told me you loved me like a son , and now I say, I loved you like a wise old uncle.

With Respect, Dennis

[dsalonsk]

George,

I miss you and thank you for everything.

David Salonsky

PS: Please inform if any memorial service will take place in Bangkok or the USA.

[Thanyaburi Mac]

George died yesterday 23 July 2008.  Don't know date of services or what's planned.

He'd been the proprietor of the Lonestar for 30+ years, iniitially on Patpong I then to Washington Square circa 1987 or so.

RIP, George, you sure were a crotchety old guy!

Mac

[MAC10]

Bangkok has lost another character, RIP George, Say hey to T if he is there, wherever you are!

Does anyone know if the Texas Lone Star has remained open?

Is Washington Square set to be demolished or is that just a rumor?

[Spaniel]

Bangkok has lost another character, RIP George, Say hey to T if he is there, wherever you are!

Does anyone know if the Texas Lone Star has remained open?

Is Washington Square set to be demolished or is that just a rumor?

Yes, the Texas Lone Star is still open. Dont know about the demolition.