Hello community, my name is Jacob, age 14, a resident of the United States. I am here to tell everyone my feelings toward the sudden death of a legend. Steve was a great man... a brave, passionate man full of life. I am very sad about his death, but just picturing him with that grin on his face, so full of life... it brings a smile to me everytime. Do'nt get me wrong, I cried for at least an hour when he left us, he was just so happy. He wanted to be remembered as one of us, you and me... but he is so much more. An inspiration to kids and adults alike everywhere. My ambition is life is to do the same - travel to exotic places, meet strange new species, and tell the world about my finding. My dreams have about on in a million chances of happening, but that is what they are for. I want to do what Steve left off doing, conserving wildlife, and educate the world. He will always be in my heart, he felt like my best friend, though I never met him, only admired him on the television. If you read this, thank you for taking the time. Just another mourner, and a kid with near impossible dreams. What would Steve do? He would never stop. I will not either. Thank you,

~Jake

The commercial that has been tributed to him is also very touching. Thank you Discovery.

Jake that was wonderful. I hope that on day your dream does come true. Steve was one even I as an adult looked up to. Keep your dream alive don't give up and one day you may be that great explorer.

My name is Mike age 28. Steve was someone who should be an Idol. He was a man who gave so much to this world. I was so upset at the news I couldn't go to work. I have watched his show Croc Hunter since it came on in the 90's. I feel like I lost one of my best friends. This world will be a lonely place without him. I will always remember Steve and his passion for wildlife, his family and friends, and people.

~Mike

Half the passion in this world is gone without him...