Hundreds mourn Darwin Friendly Grocer owner Linford Feick at public funeralBy Lillian RangiahTopic:Funerals and Memorial Services27m ago27 minutes agoWed 7 May 2025 at 6:06amMargaret Feick said in a statement her husband was a "beautiful man, a true gentlemen and [her] soulmate". (Supplied: Pema Pakhrin / NT News)In short:About 200 mourners attended a small chapel to farewell beloved Nightcliff grocer Linford Feick.The 71-year-old owner of Darwin's Friendly Grocer was killed last month in an alleged stabbing incident that rocked the community and prompted bail reform.He was remembered by family and friends as a gentle, quiet man.abc.net.au/news/nt-darwin-grocer-linford-feick-funeral-nightcliff-stabbing/105264556Link copiedShareShare articleHundreds of mourners have gathered for a public funeral service to honour the life of beloved Darwin grocer Linford Feick, 71, who was killed last month during a confrontation with an alleged shoplifter.Mr Feick's family was joined by close friends and staff of the Friendly Grocer inside the small Resthaven chapel in Darwin's east on Wednesday morning.Hundreds of people attend the public funeral for the NT grocer. (Supplied: Pema Pakhrin / NT News)At least 100 more mourners watched a livestream of the service outside the chapel, including friends and community members.The tragic death of Linford Feick has rocked the close-knit Nightcliff community. (Supplied: Pema Pakhrin / NT News)Hundreds gathered outside the Resthaven chapel where Linford Feick's public funeral was being held. (Supplied: Pema Pakhrin / NT News)Mr Feick was killed outside his grocery store in the Darwin suburb of Nightcliff, where he confronted a man allegedly shoplifting from the store.His death rocked the close-knit Nightcliff community and prompted the government to pass urgent bail reforms.Chief minister Lia Finocchiaro and former chief minister Natasha Fyles, who also represented the seat of Nightcliff, attended the funeral along with several other current and former NT politicians.Several politicians, including Chief Minister Lia Finocchiaro attended the public funeral of Linford Feick. (Supplied: Pema Pakhrin / NT News)Despite the tragic circumstances of his death, the funeral service focused on celebrating Mr Feick's life.Mr Feick was a husband, father of three children, "poppy" to seven grandchildren, and proud owner of a local business.He has been described as a true gentleman and a pillar of the community."Dad was a man of kindness, sincerity, love and did nothing but advocate for keeping it local," said Mr Feick's daughter Joanne Feick in a statement on social media.Mr Feick's family thanked the Darwin community for their support in the aftermath of the tragedy.Ben Feick says he's grateful for the way the community has come together to support his family. (Supplied: Pema Pakhrin / NT News)His son, Ben Feick has previously said the "love from the community" gave the family strength to reopen the store."We're a community store — we're built by the community and this is what we do it for.""We bloody well feel it now."18-year-old Phillip Randel Maurice Parry has been charged with murder over Mr Feick's death.His matter is due to return to court next month.Posted 27m ago27 minutes agoWed 7 May 2025 at 6:06amShare optionsCopy linkFacebookX (formerly Twitter)Top StoriesGreens leaderless after Adam Bandt defeated in MelbourneBREAKINGPhoto shows Bandt sits with his hand on his chin.Wilson takes parting shot at Daniel in a teary victory speechTopic:ElectionsPhoto shows A man in a grey jacket and white collared shirt smiles in front of a crowd dressed in blue shirts that say "Tim Wilson".Peter Dutton lands in Canberra as Coalition MPs divide on nuclear policyLIVEPhoto shows Peter Dutton walks through an airport with microphones and cameras surrounding him.Multiple fatalities after retaliatory strikes between India and Pakistan, officials sayLIVEPhoto shows A man rides his motorbike through rubble in the darkFull-scale war looms 'if missiles start raining' between India, PakistanTopic:ExplainerPhoto shows Debris of an aircraft lie at the backyard of a house in KashmirPopular nowGreens leaderless after Adam Bandt defeated in MelbourneBREAKINGPhoto shows Bandt sits with his hand on his chin.Wilson takes parting shot at Daniel in a teary victory speechTopic:ElectionsPhoto shows A man in a grey jacket and white collared shirt smiles in front of a crowd dressed in blue shirts that say "Tim Wilson".Peter Dutton lands in Canberra as Coalition MPs divide on nuclear policyLIVEPhoto shows Peter Dutton walks through an airport with microphones and cameras surrounding him.Related topicsDarwinFunerals and Memorial ServicesTop StoriesBreaking: Greens leaderless after Adam Bandt defeated in MelbourneTopic:Australian GreensPhoto shows Bandt sits with his hand on his chin.Wilson takes parting shot at Daniel in a teary victory speechTopic:ElectionsPeter Dutton lands in Canberra as Coalition MPs divide on nuclear policyTopic:ElectionsMultiple fatalities after retaliatory strikes between India and Pakistan, officials sayTopic:Unrest, Conflict and WarFull-scale war looms 'if missiles start raining' between India, PakistanTopic:ExplainerJust InDoctors on the brink: Burnout, unsafe shifts, and a system in collapse Topic:Doctors and Medical Professionals4m ago4 minutes agoWed 7 May 2025 at 6:29amWater gushed for weeks before McCrae landslide, inquiry toldTopic:Landslides18m ago18 minutes agoWed 7 May 2025 at 6:15amBeloved Darwin grocer honoured at public funeral after fatal stabbingTopic:Funerals and Memorial Services27m ago27 minutes agoWed 7 May 2025 at 6:06amBudget-friendly breakfast ideas for Mother's DayTopic:Recipes34m ago34 minutes agoWed 7 May 2025 at 5:59amMore Just InBack to top