Like everyone else, my heart goes out to Terri, Bindi, and Bob. Animal lovers all over the world have felt the loss of Steve very deeply. I am praying for all of you to be able to carry on and continue to live his dream. May God be with you in your grief.
Terri, Bendi, Baby Bob, Family members and friends. My heart goes out to you all. May you all find the inner strength to be strong and continue the mission that Steve started. I am certain that Steve will be there guiding you. Terri, my 12 year old son, Nicholas has been a fan of yours and Steve's for a very long time. He was absolutely shocked and hurt, cried for days following the news of Steve's untimely death. Nick would walk around quietly. He had lost his appetite. He wouldn't play with his friends. He would stay in his room "just thinking". One day, about four days after Steve's passing, he came to me and said, " who is going to help take care and protect the crocodiles and the earths wild animals and their homes." "Who is going to teach the little kids like me about helping the animals". And without hesitation, I said "It will be Terri, Bendi and Baby Bob along with friends who helped before. So I hope Terri and family, that you will continue with Steve's Dream. Our hearts are saddend but only for awhile. We will be patient. Take as much time as you need. We will miss Steve in body. But his spirit lives on in the animals and the conservation that he started. Be Strong! God Bless You and Your family.
Steve Irwin was an amazing person. He showed the world what it was like to be truly dedicated to wildlife. We'll miss him dearly, but the memories he has given his loyal viewers and his message will always remain. Thanks Steve, and rest easy.
I just want to send my condolences to Steve's family. They, as well as the world, have lost a very valuable and wonderful person. I watched The Crocodile Hunter on a regular basis as well as any other show that had him in it. He has taught me and the world much about conservation and I look forward to seeing it carried on. Rest in Peace Steve, we'll miss you.
Hello Terri, Bindi Sue, Bob and all of Steve's family and friends.
There is no doubt Steve leaves an indeliable mark on our world. His knowledge, enthusiasm, and sense of humor give us all examples to live up to. Who else EVER enjoyed their job MORE ?
We can honor him with every kind gesture to our animal friends, wild and domestic. A fan & fellow animal lover, Tina in South Florida
I have never been touched so deeply by the loss of someone I had never met but watched on television. If this man didn't touch your heart with his passion and dedication then you should search your soul. I have a 5 month old grandson who I plan to introduce to Steve Irwin through his DVD's. I feel sad that he will not have the opportunity to grow up watching Steve live but I believe that Bindi will have the strength of both Steve and his Mother and will warm our hearts for many years to come. The tears we have cried pale in comparison to what this precious family is feeling. Thank God that we were blessed with the spirit of Steve Irwin and I believe with all of my heart that he will continue to warrior for wildlife from beyond.
I never met Steve Irwin or anyone associated with him. However, I feel as though a huge chunk of my life has been ripped away. Steve Irwin was, and is, my hero. I have gone into conservation because of this amazing man. He gave me the strength I needed to carry out the thing I was meant to do. Terri, Bindi, Bob, and friends of Steve, you are all in my prayers. I can't even imagine what it must feel like for those who were closest to him. God be with you.
I'm so sorry to see him go he had so much passion in what he did and I sure loved hes work and hes humor , he always made me smile and I also learnd a lot from him. I will trully miss his smile. I only wish I could have met him in person. To his family my condolences your in my heart. We love you Steve. God bless you. Maritza Torres Puerto Rico
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I received the news of Steve's death from my mother the day after he died. My first reaction was that it couldn't be true, there wasn't anything he couldn't get out of. Then it hit me and my heart broke. I lost my husband of 18 years in Nov.'05 and then my dad this last Aug. 5th. When I think of Terri my heart hurts so much for her. But strength and help is only as far as a hand away. What keeps me going is knowing that Steve can at last swim with the whales without that leaky dry suit! My prayers and thoughts are with you all, every person who has to move on, keep your spirits with you. Terri, Denver CO.
Our entire family is deeply saddened over the loss of a true 'Ambassador to all of God's Creatures'...Steve Irwin (aka The Crocodile Hunter). My children are still very upset and our Scots troops (both boys and girls) are going to collect "coins for conservation" and make a generous contribution to Wildlife Warriors in Steve's memory. We continue to pray for the family; Terri, Bindi and Bob and all of Steve's family, friends, colleagues who loved him so dearly.
The earth lost a voice the day Steve died so tragically... I only hope that the rest of us so deeply moved and touched by his life's work, will make us band together and continue to "speak" for Steve and the animals he so truly cared for.
Two weeks have gone by since you have past on..And I still cannot seem to find all the right words I would like to say.
Thank You, so much for all of your hard work,dedication and donations that you have put toward Animal Conservation. Thank you for all the great entertainment on telivision as well! Thanks for being real! Though we have never met, you have a very special place in my heart for all that you have done and I'll always consider you a friend.
You've done more in your life time that would take hundreds of others to ever equate to and you have touched millions of people world wide with your conservation messages.
My deepest sympathies to the Family and Steve, Thank You So, SO Much for all the smiles. I know you up there in Heaven with Your Mom, Your dog (and many other animals Im sure!) smiling down upon us!
Terri, Bendi, Baby Bob, Bob, Wes, John, the Australia Zoo family, Steve's passing is such a loss to you all, but to all of us also, his fans. I actually feel like I have also lost a close family member and it hurts. I have lost all of my family, so I know what you are going through. I pray that the Lord will comfort you in this time of such sorrow. Steve will never ever be forgotten and his work will go on, I am sure. A wonderful light has gone out and the world is a little darker. He was so alive and full of joy over everything and he helped us to be the same way. Hold unto all of that. Lu, Phoenix, AZ
To Terry, Bindy, Bob and all the family, friends and co-workers of the amazing Steve, we would like to express our condolances to you for your profound loss. The world mourns with you at the untimley exit of Steve. He touched the lives of many millions of people and has brought the love and conversation of all species to the world. We will miss him. The Halvorson family of Las Vegas, Nevada
Our family has always been regular fans of the Croc. Hunter. We watch the program more than anything else on TV. We are going to miss a man who has brought joy, entertainment and enlightenment to our family. Our hearts and our prayers go out to Teri, Bendi, Bob(sr) and little Bob. How will that little tyke ever know and appriciate just how fantasticly amazing his daddy really was. Thank God for the film media, so that Steve Irwin will live in our hearts and minds forever! Teri we love you, and pray for you and the rest of the AustrailiaZoo family. Gary and Celene Williams Gun Barrel City, Texas
This to the family of the greatest man in the world.The day I heard about his passing ,I cried for many days.It was just like losing my father.theres not much to say ,except I plan on doing my part in the conservation of animals.Hopefully to become a naturalist myself.Keep your head high and remember that he loved his family and his animals.Thank you for the father I never had.
I want to offer my deepest condolences on the loss of Steve Irwin. I always admired his love for animals and I will miss him deeply. To his children, Your father was a great man who fought for what he believed in and deep inside my heart I know that your father is in heaven working in heaven's zoo. You see God needs him now to help protect all of the animals that call heaven a home. I pray that God may give you peace in this difficult time and that you feel comfort, wormth and love.
I know it seems like just yesterday when i saw the horrifying news report that i couldn't believe. I can't even think of it without coming to tears as I've watched almost every one of Steve's episodes. I would like to send my deepest sympathy to the family and friends of Steve and let them know that my family and i are praying for them. I still just can't believe it.
"unsinkable ships sink, unbreakable walls break. sometimes the things you think could never happen, happen just like that. Unbendable steel bends if the fury of the wind is unstoppable. I've learned to never underestimate the impossible." though you are gone, you'll never be forgotten Steve. We miss you.
Dear Terri, Bindi, Bob, Steve's dad Bob, Steves siblings, Wes and the whole family at Austrailia Zoo,
We are so sorry for your terrible loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We pray Gods comfort and strength for you.
We did not know Steve personally, but instantly fell in love with him, his love of animals, life, and family. We got to know you guys through Steve and love you all too.
We're so fortunate that we got to know the crocodile hunter. We watche all the shows. He will be truly missed. His life's work will live on through his family.
We wish the family all the best.
Thank you Steve for touching ALL of our lives! We Love you!
My heart goes out to the Irwin family and all of his friends. My three year old son is a huge fan of Steves. It is one of our favorite shows to watch. He has touched so many lives. He will always be remembered. My deepest sympathies, A. Adams
My deepest sympathies to Terri, Bindi and Bob as well as Steve's immediate and extended families. Steve will be greatly missed by all but I know his mission will continue through you all. JoAnne Stary, Cleveland, OH
My daughter and I would like to say how sorry we are for the Irwin family's loss. Steve touched many people's lives - my daughter's and mine included.
While all of my daughter's friends are planning on being Disney Princesses this Halloween, my 4-year-old daughter adamantly stated she was going to be a snake! I know her decision was influenced by watching Steve's shows. So, while my daughter and I watched the tribute to Steve this past Sunday, I made her a snake costume. This is our little tribute to Steve.
There is an old indian prayer that I like to share with the Irwin family, my heart and my deepest sympathy goes out to you . My family and I will not forget Steve with his wild antics and wild ways and his enthusiastics on life, may his kids grow up to know what a GREAT DAD he is.
Do not stand at my grave and weep, I am not there, I do not sleep.
I am in a thousand winds that blow, I am the softly falling snow.
I am the gentle showers of rain, I am the fields of ripening grain.
I am in the morning hush, I am in the graceful rush Of beautiful birds in circling flight, I am the star-shine of the night.
I am in the flowers that bloom, I am in a quiet room. I am in the birds that sing, I am in each lovely thing.
Do not stand at my grave and cry, I am not there. I do not die.
God Bless you all love Helen & Marvin Davis Shannon, Rich, Victoria, Marco Gramazio Rob, Jaqui, Alexander Martell
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[quote]By the very fact that others find a need to criticize, denounce, and belittle, does Steve Irwin’s life and passion speak in volumes. The critics state that he has traumatized and/or frightened animals for the sake of “sensationalism”. I, for one, have to agree. His handling of these creatures probably has done everything that his critics have stated. Others state that he has done this for personal gain and I say “God, I hope so.” What is personal gain if not the satisfaction of feeding a passion? (“Even Mother Theresa had an ulterior motive.”) His was the conservation and preservation of the animals, especially the “icky” ones that have been senselessly killed simply because they weren’t cute and cuddly enough to inspire warm and fuzzy feelings in people.
PETA, militant women’s libbers, rival documentarians, and “true” naturalists all combined can only aspire to level the public awareness that this “sensationalist” has single handedly accomplished. The only right way to do something is the one that garners positive results without serious negative impacts. I believe that Mr. Irwin has accomplished this. My concern is that there is no one that can fill his shoes and that the natural kingdom will suffer greatly as, over time, his message will be forgotten by his most dedicated fans, the children that revered him as an entertainer and teacher.
Steve, may you find the rivers full of crocs, the trees full of reptiles, skies full of birds, oceans full of sharks and rays, and the balance and harmony that you sought here.
I remember seeing steve on an early episode of his show and I told all my Marine Corps buddies "You gotta see this guy! He's crazy!". Little did my wife and I know that his program would become a staple in our home. When we would cook dinner we would listen to him and run to the living room each time we heard some excitement. You will always be remembered as a legend in our book steve. "Semper Fidelis" to the entire Irwin clan. The Plummer Family
Dear Terri, Bindi & Little Bob, Ihave been tring to post for 2wks now & still have trouble with the words to say. I don't know whether you will even get this or not but i want to tell you how sorry i am for your loss. He was like part of my family & am genuinly grieving the loss of Steve Irwin. He will be greatly missed... but never ever forgotten. Please know you all are in my thoughts & prayers. ~ Teresa ~
Just wanted to add my condolences to the family, friends, coworkers and MILLIONS of fans. I just could not grasp what myhusband told me last week when I woke up. We all laughed with Steve, we cheered him on, we were scared with him and we LEARNED so much from him.
My most cherished memory of him was when one of his oldest Croc Friends passed on. I cried right along with Steve. We all did. We all felt his loss. He didn't just CARE for these animals, he really did have a deep connection wth them on a level mostof us will neverhave the honor of knowing.
He graced our lives for what seems an all to brief moment. He will not be forgotten.
I am so lucky to have been able to know steve through Animal Planet. he taught me so much about all animals. He will surly be missed by millions of people around the world. Best wishes to all of you at the zoo, to Bindy Little Bob Terry and Bob. I will never forget you all. We will always love you .
my prayers and wishes are with not only him in heaven but also the close friends and family of my hero, steve irwin. it has alwaysd been my dream to meet steve irwin, but now, that dream has been stung be a sting ray (pouts and cries)! i just am happy that he is with suey and any other animals that he has lost. but i bet he likes the fact that he will always be able to wach his kids.. every move they make..
I would like to say how sorry I am to hear about the loss of Steve Irwin. My daughter and I watched him regularly. He was such a great man and did so much for his family and the animals he helped. Because of him the world is a better place, and you honestly cant say that about too many people. Eventhough I only watched him on the television I feel like I lost a part of my family and will never forget him. My thoughts and prayers are with him and his family.
Our sincerest condolences go out to Steve Irwin's family and friends. He will be truly missed here. We watched his show and enjoyed his energy and willingness to do what it takes to show us how beautiful nature truly is. You all will be in our thoughts and prayers in this time of need Candace Kimbler
steve was an inspiration to me,i've been watching his shows since the very first episode and will remember him for the rest of my life.From the second i saw him on tv,I wanted to be just like him.I was even inspired to make some home videos of me searching for wild life in my backyard.Never has any single person had as much of an impact on me as Steve.Because of him,I have had more of an interest and more importantly an appreciation of wild life.I send the best of wishes to his family and friends and wish you to know I am mourning with you all. When I am old enough I plan to come to australia zoo and volunteer hopefully.it has been my dream to work amongst animals. Good luck!!! rip Steve Irwin
What a man. The world is lucky to have had him. My condolences to Terri, Bindi, and Bob. He inspired, educated, and entertained. He's the biggest reason I have chosen zoology for my future, and I know countless others have also had their lives changed for the better. He was larger than life and I feel like I've lost a friend. I love watching him climb, jump, and run around exploring ancient caves, drifting down serene rivers, and climbing trees while he showed everyone the wonders in our world. We need more people to act or think as Steve did, or at least to blaze our own trails toward a more protective and considerate world. One that respects all of the creatures here on Earth. Steve and his family and friends will be in my prayers and thoughts.
To the family and friends of Steve Irwin - my most heartfelt condolances for your loss. What a charachter Steve was! Although I was significantly older than Bindi is when I lost my father, I know the pain of losing somebody you're so close to. As one "daddy's girl" to another - I mourn for your loss, little one. Know that your precious Daddy looks down on you from heaven and will always be your guardian angel.
To little Bob - I know you'll spend your life surrounded by people who knew your father well, and they will fill you in on his remarkable life. I'm so sorry you've lost your dad! He will always watch over you as he will your big sis.
To Terry - I cannot imagine the pain you must feel, and I empathize. You and your family are in my prayers daily, and although it isn't any consulation for your great loss, know that Steve isn't "gone" - he's gone on ahead. As one Oregonian to another - you are in our thoughts and prayers. May you feel peace through the grief...and know that your kids are a forever connection to the great man you've loved.
To the Irwein family and extended family of the world, We lost a beloved man who had no fake in him. Even the animals are mourning his loss. Please know that you are in my prayers, as are the anmals of this planet. Please carry on the hard and rewarding work of this man. Jan and Andy Esslinger
I would like to send my deepest condolences to Terri,Bindi,Baby Bob, Wes, Bob Irwin Sr. and all other close friends of the family. I have watched and loved Steve for many years. Ever since the 4th I have had a tremendous sense of emptiness and loss, and I feel a fraud in my mourning since I know that Steve's family will never feel the same again and the impact to them was so much more than I could fathom. I can only imagine what it would have been like to know and live with Steve, his vivacious personality was so huge it seemed it could feel a room. I am sure the silence is agonizing. I just wanted to say thank you and blessed be, my life is forever touched by Steve and his family. I will never forget him or his message! Holly Peterson Boise, Idaho
I just have to say thank you to the Irwin family. There have been so many days that we have been flipping the channels and stopped to watch Steve and Terri. Such love and passion, you couldn't help but smile and laugh as you watched. In todays' world it seems so uncommon to see such genuine people who choose to share what they love so freely. Thank you both for all the time you gave to all of us. We will miss Steve greatly but I know without a shadow of a doubt that you will miss him more. If he amazed us that much, I can't imagine how incredible he was as a father and a husband. All our love to you as you get through this hard time. To Steve's father as well... as parents who have lost a child the pain is so great at first. The Lord will get you through this, he is that warm feeling and comfort. We wish you the best, what an amazing son you have.
I just wanted to say that the Croc Hunter ruled. I remember me and my cousins about ten years ago when we were about 15 years old all trying to do our best impressions of Steve. Of course, we weren't as good as him. And also seeing his young daughter take the stage on the special tonight was great. You can already tell shes gonna be just like her dad. We'll miss ya Steve and Croc's Rule!
God Bless you Terry,Bindi Sue, Bob and all of the Australian Zoo. I will miss his "Crikey" and all his craziness. He made learning about animals fun and interesting. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all. I wish I had a professer with my vet tech classes like Steve.
The Smith's and Schrader's from Jackson, Michigan USA
Dear Terri, Bindi Sue & Bob Irwin, My husband Richard & I would like to let you know that Steve touched our hearts. We are animal lovers also. Steve reminded us of a modern day NOAH he loved his animals so much. He loved his family more. We are proud that Steve & your family came into our homes & hearts. We watched the Memorial Show tonight & we wanted to let you know how proud we were of Bindi in her memorial to her loving dad. We feel she will be a Steve Irwin Jr. but in lady form she should be named Queen of the Jungle we just pray that your family gives thanks to God that Steve was in your life even for a little while.
Love In Christ, The Nerges Family in Boynton Beach, Florida
Me and my wife are what are known as here in California as a couple of tattood freaks. Neither of us are much for words. But as i sit here typing this, I feel that I am gonna ramble on endlessly talking about Steve Irwin. I never had the honor of meeting him, but he touched our lives so much. I remember sitting at home one day and getting a phone call from my grandmother tellling me to turn the television to the animal planet and check out "this crazy Australian fellow" as she put it. From the first time I heard "Crikey!" I was hooked, I think I watched every episode of The Crocodile Hunter. Well, my wife and I watched the episode with Sui. I cried uncontrollably, because I knew the heartache that they were feeling and so did my wife. Then when I got a phone call from my wife saying that Steve had passed away, I told her I wouldn't believe it until I read it. I thought for sure it was another silly fake new report. So when I got home from work I jumped on the computer and pulled up the Australian newspaper. As I read the article, I felt the swelling in my throat and I could see my wife's little nose turning red as she read it. Since we read that we have watched pretty much every Steve Irwin show possible. We would like to express deepest sympathy for not only Terri, Bindi, Little Bob, and Big Bob, but also to the staff at the Australia Zoo and also to the animals, we know all of you have lost someone dear to you. The whole world has lost a friend. I can hardly see what I am typing through the tears in my eyes.
This might sound a little wierd, but if Terri, Bindi, and Bob read this I would like to ask something. I was wondering if they have any objections of me and my wife getting memorial tattoos for Steve and Sui. If there is any objections, I understand. But if they don't mind, it would be our honor and our pleasure to make a permenant memorial to one of the greatest people in the world and his little dog, Sui, on our bodies. Thank you for the ability to express our condolences.
The world welcomed Steve as openly as the night welcomes the twinkle of the stars, and the world will never forget him. God Bless You, Steve, You will not be forgotten.
To Terri, Bindi and Bob, I am so sorry for your loss. I have never met you or your family, but we now have something in common. The loss of our dear husbands, father, friend. Steve will be missed by all. All 5 of my children love watching the Crocodile Hunter. Please take care of yourselfs and know that you are in so many thoughts and prayers. ((((HUGS TO ALL OF YOU))))
My name is Austin and i am from Kansas, i just watched Steve's memorial on animal planet. after Bindi's speech unlocked a gate on my pride. i had to go upstairs and finish watching it, i cryed for Steve, i am still crying now. my eyes are watering right now. but the main the thing is that i know exactly how Bindi is feeling. Bindi is about the same age as when i lost my dad. i was 5 years old, i am 15 now, when my dad died, and i know from experience that the road is going to be hard for Bindi and Bob as well as Terri. my heart goes out to the Irwins. i would just like them to know that...Steve Irwin, the greatest person i have ever known. the greatest goal i have had was to meet Steve irwin, now that he is gone, i feel i lost my dad over again. hardly knew the guy aside from his shows, and i only know my father from his pictures. goodbye Steve.
because of Steve's passion,enthusiasm, and conservation of animals was shown in his shows. my love of animals has grown even more everytime i watched him the tv.
The first time i ever watched crocodile hunter on tv, i remember he was going to his tent for the night where he was, and i remember him saying "goodnight mate, see ya in the morning" so i ran to my mom and said, "mom, mom, crocodile hunter said he will be on tommarow, can we watch what he does next?!" i was hooked on Steve the moment i watched his show.
Right now i feel i could jump out the window next the computer, run to my hearts content to try to be at the memorial service. i tryed to find some way i could be at the memorial service, thought like asking my grandpa to fly me down there, buy my own ticket to go down there, i would have even swam there if given the chance. i am glad though that animal planet showed it on live tv (at least it looked live) i even talk like Steve whenever i get the chance.
this morning i got up, and the only thought that went through my mind was, "what time is the memorial service starting and when will it end?" the reason for that, i wanted to make sure i taped it. i would not have missed it for the world.
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I want to thank animal planet for airing the memorial to Steve , tonight, here in the U.S. We have lost a great friend of the animals, and a great friend that we got to know and love over the years from watching on tv. I celebrate his life and love of animals by taking care to be aware of all that lives on our earth. I was fine watching the memorial until they loaded his truck and drove it off for the last time. That was final, that was saying g'day,g'bye to a man that will always be loved , missed and thought of. Again, thank you, and god bless Steve's immediate family, friends and all his fans. Nancy, Baltimore, Md
I'm so sorry to see him go he had so much passion in what he did and I sure loved hes work and hes humor , he always made me smile and I also learnd a lot from him. I will trully miss his smile. I only wish I could have met him in person. To his family my condolences your in my heart. We love you Steve. God bless you. 
