The devastated family of Phil Walsh has released a public statement expressing their gratitude for the national outpouring of grief following the death of the respected Adelaide coach.
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"We wish to thank everyone for their overwhelming kindness, sympathy and support during this most difficult time. We take comfort in knowing that so many people are thinking of Phil, and us," the statement read.
"Phil enriched our lives and the lives of so many, and for that we are eternally grateful."
On Sunday, more than 15,000 fans marched into Adelaide Oval, where Crows fans linked arms and observed a minute's silence. Most sporting fixtures across the nation, including all AFL matches, involved a tribute to the fallen coach.
His son, Cy Walsh, has been charged with murder.
His wife, Meredith Walsh, was discharged from hospital on Saturday morning after receiving treatment for a minor leg wound.
Daughter Quinn flew back from a holiday in the US after learning of her father's tragic death.
The public statement released on Monday morning expressed the family's profound loss, referring to Walsh as a "devoted father, husband, son and brother".
"Our hearts are broken. How much we miss him is beyond measure. Our lives will never be the same, now that Phil is gone. But we will forever love and cherish him."
The family has asked for privacy and is yet to set a date for Walsh's funeral.
Cy, 26, is being held at James Nash House, a secure mental health facility, charged with stabbing his father to death at the family's home in the seaside suburb of Somerton Park at 2am on Friday.
The 55-year-old Adelaide coach died at the scene, having suffered multiple stab wounds.
