To Terri, Bindi and Bob, About 7 years ago my 15 year old daughter was in third grade in school, my brother-in-law, who is from Australia came to her school to do an assembly for 350 kids. He came to the USA to attend college and play Lacrosse, he intended to talk about his committment to being an athlete compared to the children committing to being a good student. When it came time for questions, he got a few unusual ones about crocodiles, at the time I had no idea what they were talking about. My brother-in-law loves kids and talking to them he answered them very politely because he didn't want other kids laughting at them - you see most of the kids thought he was the Crocodile Hunter. We started watching Steve on T.V. after that to see what the kids were talking about. When Steve and Terri did their movie, my son in the movie theater started screaming that he didn't know his Uncle GOrdon had done a movie and that his Aunt carol (who is American) was in it too. We saw the movie and have it on DVD, Steve will never be forgotten are hearts are breaking right now for the Irwin family. Our sincere gratitude for all he has done for wildlife. Dolore, George,Chelsea and Hunter
How will the world ever be the same without Steve! My husband, Rick and I, shared our love of the wilderness, nature, the ocean and the importance of nature in our world. When we tuned into this guy named the "Crocodile Hunter" one day, we felt a strong kindship. Finally someone who understands what we need in the world! I have since lost my husband and I can share in your pain.
Terri, Bindi, Bob, Bob and the family at Australia Zoo- you have my family's deepest thoughts and prayers. Please continue Steve's legacy with the world's gratitude and support. May he live on forever in our hearts and our love for the planet and its animals.
God bless you and keep you in the palm of His hand... Anna Rodriguez and family Pembroke Pines, Florida USA
I may live half a world away,but Steve has shown me and my family how to live with wild life.My children and i would gather round the TV just catch Steve's shows,it was family time for us.My youngest was want to say that Steve was neat,and as my oldest put it man he's awesome.One of my goals for my children's summer vacation was to go to the zoo and meet the Irwins to tell them how they inspired not only me but my children to appreciate wildlife. This coming from a woman that abhored snakes and was deathly scared of them from childhood. I used to say that the only good snake was a dead one,but after watching Steve and learning that snakes are a part of our lives and the chain of living,I have learned to give them a wide berth letting them be.When Steve appeared on the Wiggles Safari episode,my daughter jumped for joy and laughingly pointed to the TV yelling"There's Steve mommy,look there's Steve!" My son would always ask"When I get older mommy,can I be like Steve and touch the animals?" Of course I would have to tell him that I didnt think it was a good idea until he learned more about them. But yes he changed the world,with his smiling face and antics in front of the camera.It is hard to believe he is gone and it will never be the same without him. So to the family and to the animals that Steve loved we send our heart felt condolences,he will be missed.
I just got finished watching the memorial service. I cried most of the time and could not see through my tears. it was a great service and I thought that bindi did a great job. she is being so strong for her mom and bob. she gave a great speech. it's so hard to think that only 3 months ago I saw bindi tarry, bob, and Steve. Steve was standing next to my mom who I think nearly passed out! we saw him work Charlie for the rugby team and later that night saw him on the news! we watched him from behind the bleachers and we have a video of him. I think he saw us cause he looked strait at us. I felt like a stalker so I left but my sister Sara kept watching throu the gift shops. I will miss him greatly. 2 summers ago my firs horse died very unexpectedly of cancer. one day I was riding having fun galloping through the pasture and the next she had a leg the size of a football and withing 6 days she passed a way. my dad gave me a card that said. With love all things endure, for though the may pass from this earth, they live on in the hearts of those who have loved them. reading this gave me joy because I new that she was in my families hear and mine. when I need her she is there when im at her resting spot I feel a present that was not there before. I laid 19 yellow roses on the ground that day and this summer yellow flowers bloomed all around her. although they were not roses I new that yellow stands for friendship and that is what we had and what we still have to this day. I hope these words can bring as much comfort as they brought to me. Wendy Colorado USA
Best wishes to the Irwin family. I watched the crocodile Hunter since I was literlly born. I'm 14 now. Through the show, Steve taught me animals I'd never even heard of. Now, I love animals, espeically crocodiles, and have the greatest respect and knowledge for them. Even though I never met Steve, he was a hero to me. I wanna be just like him. I would have loved to meet him. When I get older I would still love to meet the Irwin family. I pray that you guys get through this with the strongest of stregnths. Steve will truely be missed and be carried in our hearts and souls forever. I am so sad about what happened. I hope with all my heart that we will hear more from the Irwin family. I love you guys. With sooo much love, Judith in Kansas City, MO, USA
Tonight as I watched the Memorial service for Steve, my eyes swelled up with tears watching. My husband shares the same passion for wildlife as Steve. When we moved over here to Dallas the first thing he wanted to do was volunteer at a zoo, but couldn't because of time and money. Since Steve's passing, my husband has overcome his fear of spiders by saving a tarantula, and caring for it. It has really inspired him to pursue his dreams of wildlife conservation. Steve Irwin has impacted my husband's life in so many ways, and he was one of his greatest role models. He was someone my husband wanted to meet more than anyone. He always said he felt like he knew Steve, even though they had never met. Steve has changed our outlook on wildlife forever! I hope we can promote wildlife conservation, and help change the world like Steve!! He will be missed, and our Prayers go out to the Irwin family. God Bless! We still plan on coming to visit Australia and the Zoo in the near future. The Jenkins' Dallas, TX
I was so sad when Steve died, but I didn't expect to sob like I did watching the memorial tonight. He expressed everything I've ever felt; he did what I dream to happen. As my daughter watched with me, she was unsure what to do, as she hadn't seen me cry like that before. I realized, as I tried to explain my grief to her, that I was crying for not only the loss of him and his fight for conservation. I realized how much I respected how open he was, showing joy and pain, without worry or care of what others thought. That is what was so great about him. If I would have had a brother, it would be like him.
Help us all crawl out of our shells, Steve. We'll miss you.
To all of Steve's closest family and friends...I just want you to know that although we didn't know Steve like you know him, we felt like we knew him as a brother, a friend, a close friend, because that is the way he made us feel when we watched him on tv. God must have had some unruly gators in Heaven because I can't think of any other reason why he would need him more than us. We share your loss and will continue our efforts in doing our part in conserving wildlife and providing rescue efforts to the wildlife and domestic animals in our part of the Country. God Bless Your Family!! CROC'S RULE!!
In years to come, the memories of those we love and lost start to fade away no matter what we do. It is only natural because life goes on. But for someone as special as Steve, I don't ever want to forget him and all of his passion, love, care and all of the wonderful things that he has done for this planet.
So in memory of him, and so that we remember him every day, our family adopted another kitten from the humane society this last weekend and gave her a name that would remind us of Steve. Her name is Aussie, to remind us of the best mate in the universe.
The love and deep sympathy of our family goes out to all of your family and friends in this very difficult time. Steve will live forever in our hearts, memories and in everything all around us.
Dawn & Neil Lund & Daughters Fall River, Wisconsin. U.S.A.
I have to be honest. I didn't watch his show on a regular basis. I never considered myself a huge fan. But I would watch it when I came across it. I would be flipping through the channels and would have to stop just to see what craziness that man was up to. But his TV show is not what he will be remembered for, although it gave us the window into his life. He will be remembered for things greater than that. He was honest, happy, loving, a helper, a giver, a man with a mission. All of this and more was wrapped up in this man. We will never know what it is like to be so enthusiastic about life, so passionate about our work, so openly honest about our feelings and our love for our family and those around us. Most of us are too busy with what is going on in our own life to worry about what is going on in someone else's. Steve Irwin's loss is so great because he represented the dream life. He lead the life we all wish we could. He was an example of what all human kind should be like. We cry for his loss because it wasn't just Steve we lost. We lost a role model. We lost the one thing that showed us how life is to be lived. When I was a child, I knew that life would be different when I got older. The tale of Peter Pan told it best. We try to hold on to childhood. To the mystery of the world around us. But we lose that enthusiasm in life. We lose that sense of wonder. We seem to become stale as we age. Steve didn't do this. He held onto it somehow. The way his eyes would widen at the sight of a crocodile. The way he spoke of his wife and little Bindi and his Baby Bob. His emotions so raw and pure that he cried when he just merely spoke of them. His moral strength based on family, love, and doing whats right, even if it kills him. I cry not for Steve. He led an amazing life that only dreams are made of. I cry for Terri, who goes to bed alone at night. I cry for Bindi who loved her daddy so much. I cry for Baby Bob who will never learn all he needed to know from his dad. I cry for Robert who now has to bury his son after burying his wife. I cry for Wes who will never find a friend as honest and sincere. I cry for the animals that have lost their most important protector. And I cry for us because we may never see an example of another human being with the abilities and attributes that Steve possessed. There is no way to sum up Steve Irwin the Crocodile hunter. There were so many roles in his life--from father and husband to leader and conservationist. What a loss this planet has endured. Imagine having a person like that in your life and then having them taken away so abruptly. It is devastatingly painful.
Steve, You were the luckiest bloke on the face of the earth. You will not only be missed, you will become legendary. We will remember you for your passion and enthusiasm for life and for the animals you saved and protected. You were a man with great words and expressions and great ways of saying them. Crikey was my favorite. You loved this planet with every fiber in your being. We love you Steve and your family will be taken care of. You were the true Peter Pan, the boy who never grew up.
Take a moment to honor Steve by doing something nice for someone. Give a helping hand to a neighbor, friend, family member, or even a stranger. Be sincere and honest with yourselves and others. Be happy. You only have one life to live and it better be a good one.
My name is Alberto and i was born so far away from Australia, in Cuba,since 1995 i lived in Miami , and i was fascinated when i saw the first Steve's documentary, my family, and special my daughter Amanda enjoy the Steve's show. From our family to yours, we want to express our deeply condolences for your terrible lost. God bless and he will be greatly missed. All the entire world will remember you Steve Irwing, like a great son, great father and great naturalist, EXTRAORDINARY PERSON. Rest In Peace brother. Thanks for let me express a little bit of my feelings. Alberto from Miami.
My deepest sympathy goes out to Terri, Bindi, Bob, and Bob. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Have just seen the memorial on TV here in the USA. It was a great tribute to Steve. May God bless all of you in this time of sorrow.
I wanted to say that my wife and I are so sorry and grieved by the loss of Steve. Even though we never personally knew him, his openness makes us feel like we did.
I especially grieve for Terri, and for the children.
During his first year on T.V. we entered and won second place in discovery channel contest about 9 years ago, we were sent a stuffed croc,( which I still have) 2 taps of his first shows and a outback steakhouse gift cert. This is and was the only thing I have won from entering a contest, for 9 years or more we watched when he was married, when Bindi and Bob was born, was the first at the theaters to watch his movie and have watch discovey channel since then. Steve allowed my family to discover other areas of intrust which added to our knowledge. My family will miss him as though we have lost one of our own. I can not believe that such a good man can be taken at a time when the things need balance. Our prayers go out to his family. I feel that I new him personally even though I have never meet him, so I will leave saying I will miss you my friend.
i was having a look at ppls photos, and saw this one about a bluebird, and i remembered an encounter with an injured woodpecker. i found it in a church area next to my house, i was riding my bike through there a few years back and heard the call of this bird. i looked back and saw this woodpecker just sitting by the building. i was wondering why if was not up in a tree. so i parked my bike and started walking towards the bird. it was scared and so it tried to move but could not get very far from where it was, only moved like a centimeter, i knew then it was injured. so i raced home as fast as i could, ask my mom if i could bring the bird home in order to try and help it. when my mom said no, i ran out crying a little bit, and raced back to the bird with a little food from my blue front amazon parrot's food bowl (just about 10ml of food) so when i got to the bird i fed it the food. it ate the food, at first cautiously, then hungrily. when it came time i went back home to sleep, which did not come easily i kept thinking "please, please don't let any preditors get the bird." when i got up, and at about 9:00 kansas time, i raced on my bike to the bird, i looked, it was not where it had been. i was thinking, "PLEASE, DON'T LET IT BE..." i trailed off as i heard the chirp from the woodpecker, this time i brought a papertowel for it to lay on, i even brought one for it to use as a blanket. i hear the door of the building open (by the way this is a church area) and saw a lady, she asked "what are you doing over there?", my replie was,"i am taking care of this woodpecker, i think it broke its wing flying through here." she said ok and went back inside. i waited with the bird for what felt like only 5 minutes but had been almost 1 hr and 30 mins. i remember thinking throughout the time, "what would Steve Irwin do?" so i did what ever i thought he would do, i brought the bird food and water each day and talked to it for about 3 days. on the 4th day, i brought plastic gloves i had finally found. i picked up the bird to see how much damage had been done to it since i noticed that the wing exposed had not been broken, it was fine. but when i lifted the bird, it seemed to have gotten used to me, and did not struggle when i picked it up, i turned the bird over and was absolutely horified. i relised that i could not save the bird, the injurys were to sevier.(PLEASE, IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO READ GRUSOME STUFF, DO NOT READ BELOW) its chest had been almost torn open and was bloody, i could see its heart and i immediately set it down softly on the paper towel. i was crying and rode my bike back to my house. i ran upstairs and buried my face in my pillow laying on my bed. my mom was concerned and i told her about it. and so i went there on the 5th day and saw it had passed away over night. i was only hoped i had made its last days nice and good. and to this day i mourn the loss of that bird. still remembering all the skills i used on the bird that i had learned from Steve Irwin.
I never met Steve Irwin or anyone in is family, like most of those that are cring tonight. For me it feels odd to feel such a personal loss for someone you never met, but after reading some of these post I no longer feel alone in this confused heartbreak. My family took much joy in watching Steve jump all over the screen the last few years and what I found amazing was that through all that bouncing the message to protect wildlife always came through louder than he did. He was magic.
Terri, Bindi, Bob- though your hearts will forever have a hole and that you will always miss your wildlife hero, I hope that hearing or seeing all the blessing and memories left for you lets you see that his dream of leaving human kind more educated in the importance of all earth's creatures helps patch those holes. I will never forget you Steve and I know, thanks to you, my girls and I will always be aware of the importance of ALL the worlds creatures and environment. Thanks Steve for everything!
i've never wrote on any sight like this so i hope i'm doing this correctly. steve will be missed very much by myself and my sons ages 5 and 6. they liked to watch him with his crocs and my 5 year old, with his imagination, tells me how he does it also and steve helps him. i watched his show and loved the personal shows with terri and the kids. i wish them the best and my prayers and thoughts are with them and his family and friends at the zoo. God Bless You and thank you for sharing him with us and the animals.
My name is Charmaigne and I would like to share how watching Steve Irwin has affected my life. When I was about four years old, I caught my first green tree snake and caught my first scorpion. At the time I had never heard of Steve Irwin and had no idea what these animals could have done to me. When I moved to a new house I turned five and began watching The Crocodile Hunter and have watched the show habitually ever since. Steve Irwin has touched the lives of many children and myself and has shared his love of animals with them. He has taught them that every single animals, large or small, is important to our ecosystem and only ignorance and fear are the reason many of these beloved animals are hated. I will admit that I have always loved animals more than may others that I have met, but thorugh Steve Irwin's show I have learned so much about the protection and wild animals and how much they really need our help. Watching his shows has inspired me to go after my dream of helping these endangered and nonendangered animals and to conserve habitat as they are running out of it because of man's greed. I have gone on to rehabilitating baby birds that have fallen out of a nest and injured squirrels, relocated mice that have gotten into the house and venomous and nonvenomous snakes that have inadvertently fallen into the pool while chasing dinner. I have also rehabilitated a feral kitten that had lost its mother to a car and had no human contact. I stayed up with this kitten all night long and finally tamed it to where I could easily hold this kitten and it would purr. It would not leave my side. I couldn't keep this kitten because I had two of my own and therefore foundit a home with a friend of mine. I have gone on and on about me and now it's time to talk about Steve. This man was a true original and a lover to all. The only thing I regret is not going to Australia sooner to see him. Though I've never personally met Steve Irwin, I felt like I knew him. When I heard the news, it took a long time to sink in and when it finally did, I broke down and began to cry. His show and his message has been shown around the world and I believe that because of him and others like him, that the future of all animals will be brighter one. Steve Irwin will remain in my heart for th rest of my life. He will never be forgotten.
Terri, I give you my sincerest condolences as we have lost a great man who touched the lives of so many.
My husband and I have five children. Sometimes it's hard to find anything good on tv, but Animal Planet has always been a staple in our home with Steve Irwin and his family being the top of the top (Jeff Corwin being a close runner up). We felt as if we knew Steve. I've never in all my life seen such a sparkle in someones eyes with such a zest for life. I remember when I first started watching it, thinking, MAN THIS GUY IS HOT!!!!!!!!! I was actually dissapointed when I realized he was married (like I'd actually have a chance - just daydreaming!!!!) Then, when you got to know his wife, you had to love her too and then Bindi. I smile EVERYTIME I see her little face and hear her voice. I like the other show they were doing also on Travel planet. I probably liked it more because of the relationship with Steve and Bindi. Then came the little guy. Wow, what a beautiful family. Man, I'm crying thinking about it. I can't even watch the memorial.
I couldn't stop thinking of his family every minute since the time we heard. I'll never forget that morning. I wanted it to all be a bad dream. I'm still praying that everyday I'll wake up and find out it's not real. You know, I pray to God and every once in awhile I tell him about someone I want to meet when I get there and STeve Irwin is definately one. Man, I'm so heartbroken. I can't even watch the Memorial tonight. NOt yet anyway. I had a hard time all this week watching The Crocodile Hunter. It just made me cry!!
Peace be with all of you and I'm sure Steve is up there right now with his WONDERFUL accent saying "CRIMEY, I NEVER REALIZED HOW MANY PEOPLE LIKED ME. I THOUGHT THEY LIKED MY CROCS!!!!!" Awwww, Peace be with you Steve.
P.S: I have two turtles Bindy who I love very much!!!!!!!!!!!
Steve Irwin will be missed dearly. Animal Planet will never be the same. I have learned a lot from him. He was very inspirational,and very respectful towards people and animals. But most of all my family and I feel very sorry for Terri, Bindi,Baby Bob, and the rest of the family. We will miss Steve. And I hope his legacy lives on.
I'm not the best with words, but I just knew I needed to do this. To Terri, Bindi, Bob (both Steve's father and his son), his best mates Wes Mannion, John Stainton, and everyone else who was so close to Steve (there are too many to list them all I'm sure), I wish to send my sincerest condolences to all of you. I have only been watching his Crocodile Hunter diaries for the past 3 years or so but ever since I saw the first episode, I always made sure to catch every one after that. He is/was a truly great man and all of the conservation that he has done for animals all over the world is truly amazing. He is a hero of mine and I, as well as the rest of the world (both humans and animals alike) will miss him greatly.
And I also wanted to say thank you for being willing to show the memorial service. It was a truly wondeful service, and even though I've only seen him on tv, it seems like the emotions I had been feeling off and on since his death finally came to a head. I cried for quite a bit. I had no idea that anyone outside my immediate family and close friends could affect me in such a way.
My heart & thoughts go out to you, Terry, Bindi & Bob. I have watched Steve for what seems like forever. I truly felt as if I personally knew him & my heart is broken. My children grew up knowing who Steve Irwin was. The animal planet has suffered such a devasting blow, but thru this, we can only grow stonger. We will sorely miss him.... With Love, the Vieyras
Dear Animal Planet, Terri, Bindi, Bob & the Irwin family,
Growing up as a kid, I always loved to watch Crocodile Hunter. My dream was to be a zoo keeper, though my life didn't set out for me to do so. I have always had love for Animals. It was so great watching him, and his love for them. No one can ever top what he has done. We are all so blessed to have had such a wonderful person and role model. Not just for what he has done to show us the life of the Animals, but also being so passionate about life.
God Bless you Steve and your Family. Angela Coral Springs,FL
Dear Terri,Bindi,Bob,Mr.Irwin & Zoo family. I live in the US. I just watched Steve's beautiful memorial. Thank you so much for allowing my family to celebrate, honor, and reflect on Steve's life.There are just no words that express my appreciation love and grattitude for the man and his mission.Terri, My heart breaks for you.You are very strong, and I will pray God keep you so.Bindi and Bob are beautiful.They are Steve.To Mr.Irwin, as a parent I can only imagine the pain you must feel.To, Wess. It was obvious, watching the two of you together, the admiration, respect & love, Steve felt for you. To Steve's zoo family. You have my heartfelt sympathy. May God bless,keep and strengthen you. I am crying with the crockadiles. Your friend in Decatur Alabama. Terrie McSherry
loss.To Wess. It was obvious,watching the two of you together, the love, respect and admiration he felt for you. My heart felt love and sympathy to all of Steve's zoo family. May God keep you and Strengthen you. The crocadiles are not crying alone
To the family of Steve Irwin. May God Bless you. All of you are in my heart and prayers. Steve was not only a wildlife warrior but a Hero for the animal kingdom. He will so be missed. Love and Blessings,
Author-D'Maria Scaglione A Unique Bunny Florida, USA
I sat in my living room weeping with sadness that we have lost such a great individual as Steve Irwin. Our planet needs more people with his passion and love for life! My heart goes out to his family especially his wife Terri and their two children Bindi and Bob. I'm sure many are missing him terribly and are feeling still in a state of shock that he really is not with us anymore. My prayers go out to the Irwin family and all those closely associated with them, only time will be able to take some of the ache away but it is always hard when a loved one is lost, you feel as though there is a hole in your heart that you can never fill.
I'm so grateful to have been able to enjoy his shows and see all the wonderful work he and his family are engaged in. I too have always loved animals of all shapes and sizes since I was able to walk and appreciate the type of person he was. I hope that we can all try to show our support by truly trying to make a difference in our own corner of the world.
You will always be in my thoughts and prayers Irwin family--I wish you well!
To Terri, Bindi, Little Bob, and all of the Irwin family, My prayers are with you and your family. Not only have i lost one of my heroes, but i also lost one of my bestfriends. I will miss Steveo, butI know that his legacy will live on. My God Bless you Terri and all of your family.
I wanted to let Steve's family know how deeply moved I was by his death. I've watched his show for many years and was always astonished by how motivated and inspirational he was. I am so sorry for his family & hope they know just how much the world needed him and loved him. We left it up to Steve to fix the animal world...now it is up to all of us to help keep his dream alive! Steve, you will be missed. And to your family, the world is here to support you. Kelly & Family (Edmonton, Alberta Canada)
Terri,kids and family I myself cannot seem to stop tearing up, I will keep you all in my thoughts an prayers always, He will definately be missed. He will not be forgotten. Dee
Never before has the death of a celebrity affected me as much as Steve's. I have enjoyed watching the shows for many years, as have my kids. We all got a kick out of watching all of you interact with the wildlife like no one ever has before. My heart just aches everytime I think about Terri and the kids, I just can't imagine what their life is like right now, how empty it feels. I hope they continue on with the zoo, as Steve would have wanted them to do. I had tears running down my face while watching the memorial service tonight, everyone did a wonderful job with it. I was especially impressed with Bindi, how brave she was for standing in front of so many people, saying wonderful things about her father. I am sure Steve was looking down on her saying, "That's my girl!". Know that Steve has affected many people in his short life and will be forever missed. My deepest sympathy exteded to the whole Irwin family.
I am quite sorry for Terri,Bindi and Bob's loss of their loving father and husband. he will be loved and missed through out the world and for years to come. I honestly cried after hearing what had happend to Steve. He was and still is my hero. Im happy to say he died doing what he loved the most. he was the best in his field of work. I hope that my words are heard and I will also do my best to help with the wildlife conservation. Crikey, live long Steve
~Phillip Shelden, Kingston Washington
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I wish Terri, Bindi, and Bob the best. Steve will be missed by everyone. As I sat watching his memorial service, I found myself motivated to spend more time with my family. That is the affect steve had on me in not only life, but animals. His passion is inspiring and hope it inspires everyone else as it has inspired me.
My mother and I would like to express our deepest condolences to Terri, Bindi,Baby Bob and the rest of Steve's family and friends. Though I never met the man, I felt him as a friend. The world is definitely less bright without Steve in it; he will be sorely missed by the millions of people he touched. I'm hoping that Steve's family will someday have a chance to read these posts and would like to share briefly how Steve touched my life.
My name is Andrea Prado and im 15 and This is when Steve touched my life the first day his tv shows started coming out, but at first I thought man this guy is crazy but later on in the show the would show him with animals I mean wild animal and he would have them on his shoulder or his back but what I really like about him was his passion for animals I loved animals forever and after watching him he made me love them even more and after his first show he became my romodel I never missed a show and my dream was to go to austraila and go to the zoo just to meet him but I waited to long and missed out and I have been wanting to see him since I was 10 and I am now 15 years old I will still go there just to go to the Zoo and see all the wonderful animals made special and he is right He was put on this world to save animals. I will never forget him I am gonna get a special t-shirt of him that says Crocs Rule!!!never where it but I wil when i go visit the Austraila Zoo!!! Aww Crockie-mate!!!
My Name is Rachel and i'd like to say that if anyone every knew their purpose in life, it had to be Steve, I Love him and always will there will never be anyone like him. I think of him as the Mother Theresa of animals. We wish you Terri, Bindi, Bob and family our deepest sympathy that he had to go home so soon. However I am greatful for all the Love he gave and all the things he taught us, about ourselves as human beings and about animals. When I watched him I couldn't take my eyes and ears off of him, first I thought he was crazy and then just insane, crikey mate I love it! He will be greatly missd especially by the animals. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless you and the children. Until we meet again "Mate". Croc's Rule!
As the world goes on from this day, it will always be just a little quieter, a little calmer, a little more boring because we won't have Steve's excitement, passion, and exclamations of, "Look at this little beauty!" causing us to really SEE the amazing beauty of every creature he ever ran across. But the people of the world will never really lose Steve. He will live on as long as we can watch his shows over and over again; as long as we remember that wildlife deserves our understanding and protection. The animals will always be the better for what Steve taught humans about them, and humans will always be better for how Steve taught us how to show our excitement with no inhibitions. I fell in love with Steve’s excitement the first time I ever saw that crazy Ozzie. Steve was one of a kind and won the hearts of every person who ever loved an animal. The fact that Steve was also a truly caring, tender, and decent person just makes his loss that much harder to take. The world certainly needs more people like him. It is you, Terry, Bendi Sue, BabyBob, Dad and family who have lost Steve. Those who knew and loved him. There are no words that can heal that pain but I hope it helps to know that the world mourns with you and prays that you will be comforted.
I hardly know where to start. Terri, you are the luckiest woman on the planet in our lifespan to have known such a man. Bindi and Bob, your father was a remarkable man, one in millions. As Jesus Christ was an example in his time of what man could be, I feel Steve was also an instrument of God. Not only did he teach us about conservation and how to spread the message, he gave us a lesson in how to live straight out like a lizard drinking. He knew his purpose and went full tilt without regrets. I would like to imagine a world where everyone follows his lead. I remember watching Wild Kingdom hosted by the guy with the white hair and moustache 30-40 years ago when I was a kid. Steve has brought us a long way from those days, and he has set the bar so high for others to follow. As Steve mentioned in one of his interview shows, never again will we have to observe wildlife through a long lense on a tripod. I watch all of the Croc Hunter pieces I can on Animal Planet, again and again. I will continue to do so. I look forward to seeing Bindi and Bob, along with Wes, Justin and the whole family continue filming in the future. There is a great deal of Steve's spirit in Bindi, and I'm probably not the only person who is hoping to see both kids growing up in their father's shoes and khakis. Today, I shooed a mosquito out of my car window without killing it. I am allergic to them and I live where they carry West Nile Virus. I should have killed it. It was out the window before I realized what I had done. I credit Steve's influence and my sorrow for the loss of him for that mosquito's life.
Jacque from Midwest Kansas USA - My condolences go out to Terri, Bindi, Bob and Bob (Steves father) also to all his family and friends, you where all truly blessed to have had such a wonderful person touch and be a part of your lives. Steve touched all our lives with his compassion and enthusiasum for the animal world, we have all lost a wonderful person from our everyday lives but (as Steves father said in his memorial service) The animals of our great world has also lost a wonderful person as well. Steve had that knack while watching his progams to make you feel as though you were always right there with him amongst the excitement. He will be GREATLY missed and ALWAYS rememberd for his passion, enthusiasm, and COMPASSION for the animal world.
I will always remember Steve's love for the wild by these two things:
First, the passion he showed everytime he was even with the smallest animal he can find (like a gecko). And second, when he cried a river the time the oldest female croc passed away at the age of 100 or so. Crocs should be crying for him now; they won't have another person who can defend them that much again.
My deepest respects to his family and friends.
PS: probably a lot of people want to kill that stingray right now. Do you know who wouldn't? Steve.
As I sat at home this evening watching the re-broadcast of the memorial service I couldn't help but feel the deepest sympathy for Steve Irwin's family. My eyes are nearly swollen shut for all the crying and I've never even met the man! To Steve's family and friends, my deepest condolences. His life has meant so much to so many. He will always be remembered and missed very much. Thank you for letting us all share in your grief with the broadcast of the memorial service. Your family is loved and appreciated more than you will ever realize.
My Husband and I are still in shock that such a magnanimous personality was so quickly taken from the animals, his family and the world that loved him. We just finished watching the memorial on Animal Planet and thought it was the most beautiful tribute. My son, who is 9 1/2 had no idea that Steve was gone and when he asked why and how was brought to tears, as were my husband and I through the entire memorial. At least when he left this world he was doing exactly what he loved to do and I'm sure that even though he would have bargained for more time wouldn't have wanted it any other way. From my family to the Irwins' we send our deepest condolences and are eagerly awaiting the "Crikey Fund" to donate to a most worthy cause. God Bless you Terri, Bindi, Bob and the Irwin family.
What can a person say...CRIKEY...we have lost a "bonza" bloke...!!!...I can only imagine the sorrow and heartache that Steve's untimely passing has meant for his wife and two kids...stay strong...know that your husband opened our eyes to the awesome world of animals..we will never be the same as we were after Steve's "gorgeous" and "crikey" Irwinisms exploded onto the world's T.V. screens...keep crocidile hunting in the heavens above...and remember the legacy that he left behind and his two awesome kids and wife that will keep his passion alive for the animal kingdom... Blessings and prayers and love to the Irwin family and friends that will miss Steve more than we can ever imagine...from one tree hugger and animal lover to another...xxx
My prayers are with the entire Irwin family, which not only included Terri, Bindi, and Bob, but his extended family at Australia Zoo. The world will never be the same without him. His passion and love for animals have influenced the world in a way that has never been seen before. His passion has led me to be a current student in a veterinary school, and though I never got to thank him for showing me this meaningful path, I know that many others like me will try and help to continue his message.
He will be missed, and for his family, remember the world loves you and is praying for you.
To the Irwin family, and the "family" of friends at the Australian Zoo, Animal Planet, the Discover Channel, and especially to the animals that he loved with such passion, thank you so very much for sharing your lives and this wonderful spirit with the world. No words can fully explain how much Steve Irwin has affected my life, and the lives of thousands and thousands of the beings of this world. Peace to you all and be comforted in the knowledge that his spirit is watching over you all forwever.
To the whole Irwin family: I watched Steve's memorial tonight and cried along with you all. My husband and daughter watched as well (my daughter kept asking to see the "good man" as she calls Steve). I can't even begin to express how sorry I am for your loss, and how proud I am of little Bindi and her essay she read. May you find peace, and solace. Steve will never be forgotten and the world is a definitely a better place after his short stay here. Thank you so much for sharing him with us, and letting us help celebrate his life.
With love, Melissa G (mom to Meleah, wife to Mike)
To Terri,Bindi,and Bob, I am so shocked and saddened by the news that steve had passed, I am so sorry for your family,I didn't know him personally, But anyone who has watched his show can say that watching him, makes you feel like you've known him for years, he brings you into the television,and on his adventures,he is a true example of a kind,caring, and kindred spirit. I know that everyone says that you shouldn't ask God why things like this happen, but sometimes you can't help but to say why? Why do my kids have to go without there father? or Why do I have to be without my husband? But the truth is your not without him because he will always be there with you, watching over you and your children.I always used think WOW wouldn't it be great to be like superman and just reverse the world around so you could have more time to spend with someone you love or to warn them not to do something that could harm them, but unfortunately you can't so you just always have to move forward, And I know it doesn't seem like it now but with everyday that passes it'll get a little easier and easier for you and your family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and you family. With Love Always, Christy,Nick,and Alexa
Somethings missing. My sincerest condolonces you are a great part of australian culture we only need more of. I hope the Queen knights you and your children find success -Chris Ray Toutounji Sydney Australia
My prayers are with the entire Irwin family and zoo staff. I'm from IL. I never got to meet Steve but would loved to meet him. My children loved to watch him all the time and so did I. Steve will be missed by all. He will be watching from up above. Thank You so much Terri for letting be part of your family. He is and always be my family's hero. Bindi Sue your dad would be very proud of your speech. Love The Gain family from Petersburg IL The people of Petersburg IL will miss you Steve.............
After watching the beautiful memorial service for Steve it really hit me that he's really gone. My children and I have cried over it and talked about it, but it never really sunk in that he is really gone. when it finally clicked it felt like someone started jumping on my chest. i didn;t even realize i was crying until my husband came in and asked me what was wrong. my shirt was wet from tears rolling down my face and landing on it. i'm still crying as i write this. my heart goes out to you Bindi, Bob and all Steve's family and friends (Wes). But most of all my heart goes out to you, Terri. I almost lost my husband not too long ago and i can't imagine what i would have done. my heart simply aches for the deep, deep pain and grief that you must be going through during this tragic circumstance. if there is anything that i can do to make this time any less unbearable for you please let me know and my family would be honored.
To the Irwin family, I am so deeply saddened by the loss of Steve that it is difficult at best to put into words. It seems as though I have lost a member of my own family. I guess it is because Steve was so genuine, you felt as though you really did know him. I have shed more tears in the last several weeks. One thing I can say for sure, I feel that Steve is looking down upon us, and is very proud of the mark he has made in the world. God must have needed him in heaven, and I can see why, he is an amazing person. To Bindi and Bob, how proud your dad must be. He helped create two of the most beautiful children! He is smiling down upon you at this very moment. God Bless!
No man is an island, Entire of itself. Each is a piece of the continent, A part of the main. If a clod be washed away by the sea, Europe is the less. As well as if a promontory were. As well as if a manner of thine own Or of thine friend's were. Each man's death diminishes me, For I am involved in mankind. Therefore, send not to know For whom the bell tolls, It tolls for thee.
----- John Donne
My thoughts and prayers are with you - Terri, Bindi and Bob as well as all of Steve's extended family. The world has suffered a great loss. We weep with you.
I need to extend my condolences to the Irwin family. To Terri, Bindi, Bob, Mr. Irwin, Wes and the rest of the Australian Zoo family. I'm so very sorry about Steves' loss. He was a wonderful man, father, son and conservationist. I loved his energy, his humour, his love of life and his love of animals. He will be missed here in the US as much as in Australia, and while he only came into my home through the magic of television, I felt like I knew him as well.
Much love and peace to all his family and may the Goddess and God take care of you all. I watched his memorial last night and cried...simply sat and cried. Bindi, you are so strong sweety, keep up your daddys' legacy. He passed doing what he loved to do and may he rest in peace in that crocodile enclosure in the sky...
With heartfelt sympathy... Alice Moyer aemoyer@dejazzd.com Denver, Pennsylvania
I was actually dissapointed when I realized he was married (like I'd actually have a chance - just daydreaming!!!!) Then, when you got to know his wife, you had to love her too and then Bindi. I smile EVERYTIME I see her little face and hear her voice. I like the other show they were doing also on Travel planet. I probably liked it more because of the relationship with Steve and Bindi. Then came the little guy. Wow, what a beautiful family. Man, I'm crying thinking about it. I can't even watch the memorial.
