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	His son, Doithibet Duchanee, said there will be praying ceremonies at Debsirin Temple&nbsp;for seven days.</p>
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	Thawan died of cancer which spread to several parts of the body. He received treatment at Ramkhamhaeng Hospital, according to Thai News Agency.</div>
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	His royal funeral bathing rite will be hosted Thursday at Debsirin Temple.&nbsp;</div>
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	Thawan was appointed a national artist on visual arts in 2001.</div>
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National Artist Thawan dies

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National Artist Thawan dies

National Artist Thawan Duchanee died of cancer following three months of treatment in a hospital, his son posted a message on Facebook early Wednesday. Thawan was 74 years old.

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