The family of murder victim Robert Flowerday has thanked the Crumlin community for its support.
The body of the 64-year-old former teacher was found at his Mill Road home on January 28.
A 33-year-old man has been charged with his murder and has been remanded in custody.
Hundreds of people lined the streets of the village on Monday for the funeral, to pay respects to the former Antrim Grammar teacher.
In a statement released through police last night, the family said it was "devastated by the untimely and needless death of Robert, our dear brother, brother-in-law and uncle."
"We are numbed by his murder, but heartened by the Crumlin community’s support and overwhelmed by the huge turnout on (last) Tuesday night’s candlelight vigil organised and managed so thoughtfully by Townlands Boxing Club.
"To the organisers and those who came out in support, we extend a big thank you.
"To the Fiddler’s Inn which offered and served coffee, tea and sandwiches, we must thank you for your generosity and to Boyles CoachHouse we thank you for providing the refreshments after the funeral service on Monday.
"To the PSNI Family Liaison Officers, we are truly indebted as you have guided us through these bleak times with your professional, friendly and caring support.
"Thank you to so many people across the community, who have come forward with invaluable information to the PSNI to assist in their investigation.
"To everyone - friends, strangers and the whole Crumlin community - we say ‘Thank you’."
