‘No vengeance’: Father’s message after daughter’s alleged murder

The son and father of a young woman who was allegedly murdered by her partner have each paid tribute at her emotional funeral.

Tony Ticehurst always hoped his daughter Molly would change the world, “but not at this cost”, he told mourners at her funeral.

An estimated 2000 people gathered at the rugby field in Forbes to farewell the 28-year-old mother on Thursday, including NSW Premier Chris Minns who just lost his father, Police Commissioner Karen Webb and Police Minister Yasmin Catley.

Ms Ticehurst’s father told the crowd: “Molly didn’t have to leave us to grow her angel wings – they came with her as standard equipment.”

He added: “Every parent would like to see their child change the world, but not at this cost.”

Mr Ticehurst told the crowd his daughter had a tattoo that read “we only part until we meet again” and that he hoped it was true because he would like to have more memories with his daughter.

Her son Nate said: “I will love you every day and night. You are the best mum in the world.”

“I love you. I miss our holidays together and our tickle fights.”

Molly Ticehurst was farewelled in a heartfelt service on Thursday.

A photograph of Molly Ticehurst is seen ahead of a funeral service at Forbes Rugby Union Grounds, Forbes, in central west NSW. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch)

Her friend Aiden said everything Ms Ticehurst did was for her son and everyone wanted to be her friend.

“She had a laid back attitude and the ability to tell it like it is without ever offending,” he said.

“She was the most generous and kind-hearted person. If you were a friend of Molly’s, you were family.”

Mourners comforted one another as her father led a group of about 100 motorcycles escorting a red hearse onto the rugby field.

Her white coffin was covered with bouquets of colourful flowers, and ACDC songs blared over the crowd.

Earlier in a Facebook post, Mr Ticehurst called on mourners to “not think of him or have vengeance in our hearts”.

“Instead, think of the good memories Molly gave us all,” Mr Ticehurst wrote under the online funeral notice ahead of the service.

The casket arrives during a funeral service for Molly Ticehurst at Forbes Rugby Union Grounds. (AAP Image/Lukas Coch)

The 28-year-old mum and educator was found dead two weeks ago. Picture: Supplied / Facebook

Ms Ticehurst was found dead inside her home on Young St in Forbes during a welfare check just before 2am on April 22.

The death came amid renewed focus on alleged violence against women and triggered an outpouring of support.

A public fundraiser organised to cover the costs of the funeral raised about $60,000.

During the week, locals launched a campaign urging people across the country to leave their front porch lights on to honour Ms Ticehurst.

A so-called “Molly Mattered” walk will also be held at Lake Forbes on Mother’s Day, with attendees asked to wear bright colours.

In a video, Forbes Shire Council Mayor Phyllis Miller said it had been a “second very sad week for the Forbes community”.

Ms Miller described Ms Ticehurst’s death as a “tragedy”, and welcomed pledges by state and federal leaders a review into bail laws.

Mr Minns revealed this week he was seeking advice about possible reforms to the state’s bail laws.

Ms Ticehurst’s partner, Daniel Billings, has since been charged with murder. Picture: Supplied

Ms Catley said “everything was on the table”, including potential electronic ankle monitoring.

The idea received backing during the week from Orange MP Phil Donato, who spoke with the Ticehurst family, and the NSW Nationals.

It comes after thousands rallied across the country on Sunday against alleged violence against women.

Ms Ticehurst’s partner Daniel Billings has been charged with murder and is currently in custody on remand.