Our family is devastated by the loss of Steve. We pray for your family and hope you will be comforted knowing he touched so many people and will continue to do so. His contributions will allow him to live on forever. We only hope to bring our 2 boys (age 3 and 6) up with the integrity, passion, and love he was teaching Bindy and Bob. God Bless you Teri, Bindy, Bob, and Steve.
Firstly our condolences go to terri, bindi and bob and the extended families beyond.
Secondly - whilst we all sit here stunned and aghast may I try and comfort you all by trying to celebrate the fact that he died whilst doing something he loved most.
My little girl was distraught this morning. For 10 years she has lived with Steve and his daring acts, his passion for wildlife and his excellent humour through the power of hypnotic presentation.
We are gutted as much as you all are but take comfort in knowing has left a legacy of love through the media for us all to learn by.
My family and I would like to express our condolences to the Irwin family as well as to those at Australia Zoo. Steve Irwin was a regular in our household on television since my daughter was one year old. He helped inspire her to learn everything she could about all animals and has helped to shape her into an animal lover. Because of Steve's influence, my daughter plans to become a conservationist just like Steve. He was her idol and he will be deeply missed. The Smith Family, MA.
I must say, I'm deeply struck by this, I offer my deepest condolences to Terri, little Bindi, and baby Bob, when My mom told me about it this morning I was in a state of shock, and it wasn't until about 20 minutes later that I started crying, and I cried until my best friend called me and she made me feel better, but now, I must say how tragic it is, and I'm truly sorry, I felt as if I knew Steve personaly, but I have infact never seen him off the TV, for two years now I have been wanting to work at the zoo when I get older, but now more then ever, so I hope to see you guys some time, and again I'm so sorry.
I have been watching Steve for years, I've been to his zoo twice- even though I'm from Chicago, my coffee table is covered with books about reptiles and I am wearing snake earings, it's safe to say he had a profound effect on my life. To me Steve was more than a television personality, all you had to do was see the expressions on his face to know how much he really cared about his cause- people with passion like that are hard to come by. Look over the amount of people who registered as fans today, just to post something about Steve and you can see how many people feel as strongly as I do. I will miss Steve and I send my most sincere condolences to his family and friends, he was a truly extraordinary person.
For Terri, Bindi, Bob and all the Irwin family and friends at Australia Zoo --
My most heartfelt condolences and sympathy. We all feel this loss with you and pray that you will find strength in each other and your most wonderful memories of Steve. How many tears can we shed, and how many times can we say how much we miss him?? Know that Steve, in his exhuberant and wonderful ways made the whole world more aware of so many things related to conservation and even to knowing just how to be a genuine human being. God bless you, keep you, and give you strength and comfort in days to come.
Respectfully and with love, Cheryl Holland, St. Louis, Missouri, United States
My family and I were absoulutely shocked to hear of the freakish and untimely death of Steve. My husband and I have a 22 year-old daughter and 17 year-old son who have watched Steve from day one. We then continued to watch him with Terri and children. Terri, Bindi Sue and little Bob we pray that you have the strength and courage to continue with life and with Steve's legacy. The animal kingdom has lost an extremely invaluable advocate from which all of us should try to emulate at least a little. May God bless you all. Steve you did a great job!!!!!!
With much saddness, Mike, Martina, Melissa and Pablo Beeville, Texas USA
Mrs. Irwin please be strong and bear with the rest of us we will all miss Steve I wish you happiness I know you are very very sad I think he is great and that will never change.I learned lots from him and I will miss him very very much.Hope you Bob and Bindi have a nice long happy life.
our family is very schocked and saddened to here of Steve's passing.He is a great man and will be missed by many. Our condolences to the family and crew at the Australia Zoo. Our prayers and thought are with you all. Good Bless You and We Love You Steve.
How awful for us all to lose such a great human being and crusader of animal rights. To the family, I send my sincere sympathy, the world has lost a champion. Steve made us laugh, think, cry and wonder at the vastness of it all. I am sure that he is now smiling at us all and keeping an eye on his beloved family and animals. We will all remember him with love and smiles now and forever.
We just wanted to offer our symathies in this time of sorrow and pain. My 2 children have watched Steve every time he came on and enjoyed every minute of it as did I. I remember the first time I saw him, I thought this guy is crazy, but then I learned to understand how much he cared for animals and their safety and wanted to show people the true nature of animals so that we to can learn to love them and care for them. Our thoughts are with terri, Bindi, and Bob and hope that they too can remember what a great man he was!
My heart is just so deeply saddened by this tragic loss. The hero of all creatures, big and small...gone. He was such a bright light for this world. I never even met him, but I feel like I lost a family member...he just had that way of drawing you in and passionately sharing his love for all of life.
Steve, you gave all animals the voice they deserved, and there aren't enough words in the world to express my gratitude for all the doors you opened and all the walls you knocked down so that others could could have the opportunity to continue your work. You've left an imprint in our hearts. We thank you...and we will miss you.
Terri, Bindi, and Bob...our prayers are with you. I am praying that God will give you a peace that surpasses all understanding. We grieve with you today and always. May you always find comfort in the love Steve had for you.
Rarely have I known a person with such enthusiasm for family, animals, love and life. My prayers go out to Terri, Bindi, Bob and his family at the Australia Zoo. I, too, feel like I have lost a close friend.
My daughters and I would like to express our deepest condolences. Steve really taught us a lot about the animals, especially crocs. He really got us interested in snakes. We now have 3 pet snakes (Illinois species). So our heart goes out to Terry and the children. Our prayers go out to you. Bless Steve for all he taught and his compassion of animals. Judy, Margaret and Kate Staunton.
I would just like to send my condolences on behalf of my family. We have watched the Crocodile Hunter for years. My heart goes out to his family. I hope they carry on his work. God bless all of you in this very sad time. The Hall Family Martin,Tennessee
Steve's TV show is a regular occurence in our home. In fact, we schedule things around it! I can't begin to express the sense of loss and sadness that I felt upon getting the news this morning of Steve's untimely and tragic death. My daughter, only 17 months old, stops in her tracks when she hears the show on and will sit right in front of the TV and clap when she watches Steve in action. And whenever she sees Bindy Sue, she squeals. My wife and I were planning on visiting the Australia Zoo in 2008 for our 10 year anniversary and were hoping to meet Steve. Sadly, that will never be realized. We still plan on attending and hope to meet the rest of the family and hope that they continue to carry on and fulfill his dreams and endeavors. Our prayers and thoughts are with Terri, Bindy Sue and Bob-Bob and with Steve's dad as well. I hope that his father will be ever-full of pride for the legacy that his upbringing of Steve has created. He should truly be proud. My wife and I are already preparing to donate in whatever way we can to the Erwin Family fund that they said is being set up. I hope that everyone on here is able to do the same.
Steve, you've moved on to a higher calling and you'll always live on in the legacy of conservation and awareness that you and Terri have created. Good-on-ya, mate!
Our family extends its deepest condolences to Steve's family and will pray for his wonderful soul. We give thanks that we had the opportunity to let our hearts be opened and minds expanded by his passion for all creatures as well as the importance of keeping our earth stable for all living things. We would like to also thank Discovery for giving Steve a forum for people to learn from. Most Sincerely, The Clark Family - Jacksonville, Florida.
My family and I are horribly saddened by this news, not in a "Oh, what a tragedy" way, but such that we feel we have lost a close friend. Over the years, we have gotten to know Steve and his lovely family, making this a loss that is felt much deeper than the major news networks seem to realize.
Our deepest condolences to Terri, Bindi, and Bob. Steve was a wonderful and unique person who will be dearly missed.
PS. Does anyone know where direct condolences can be sent, or will the messages on this board be made available to the family? Thank you.
It is hard to realize this is really true.My son has really loved him and his show and his movie.He watches his movie at least once a week.I cant imagine the sadness for his kids and wife.My heartbreaks for you.
My name is Jessica and I was deeply touched by the Crocodile Hunter since before I can remember. I cried when I heard of his death and I wanted to share how he touched me.
Steve ignited a passionate fire that still burns within my heart. He showed me that no matter who you are, you can help. I have wanted nothing more in my life than to meet Steve and Terri and to work at their zoo. I still plan to work there and I still plan to see Terri. Nothing will stop me now.
I want to share my sincerest condolences, I believed steve to be part of my family and I will mourn for him as such. Terri, Bindi, and little Bob, I will pray for you and I hope you will accept my sincerest apologies.
I was shocked and very saddened when I turned on the tv to hear the news anchor saying that the Croc Hunter had been killed. First, my deepest condolences to Terri, Bindi, Bob, Steve's dad, Steve's friends/staff at the zoo, and his millions of fans like myself. I loved watching his expertise handling (well most of the time)of the animals, laughed at the "oops", and learned so much from him. Terri - you were his true soul-mate; you completed Steve and it showed so much. I will never forget the episode when Bindi was born. Such love and pride he showed. Terri - I was widowed at 26 years old with a 4 year old son, so I know in some aspects what you will encounter going thru this and just do know this: time will help. Lean on the Lord, for He will strengthen you like no one here on earth can. Keep Steve alive for your children through your stories of him. I know that you will continue the incredible legacy he started. Steve was truly a gifted man whose love for the animals and their environments was genuine. God bless the Irwin family and all those associate with him. Animal Planet and Discovery - thank you for gracing our lives with this remarkable man. All I can say is "Crikey - how I'll miss you Steve." Susan Wright Nashville, Arkansas USA
I was so stunned when I saw what had happened to steve.After so many close calls to have something like this happen is so hard to believe.I have watched his show from the very begining.He was the greatest.Seeing him and terri and the others do the great things for all the animals was truely amazing.He is going to be missed so much,he has thousands of fans out there.My prayers go out to his family and friends.We miss you and love you steve.God bless teri.
My family and I would like to send our condolences to Terri, Bindi & Bob. I, too, lost my father at a young age (9-years-old) and know that the love and understanding of those around me made all the difference in the world. We are sending our love and prayers to you now and hope that they will help at least a little in this time of sorrow. God bless you all, Laura in KS
Upon hearing the news this a.m. I am absolutely sick with grief. Steve Irwin was one of a kind, a true inspiration, no one will ever fill his shoes. The animal kingdom, and the world, have experienced a tremedous loss today. He will be sorely missed.
My heartfelt condolences go out to Terri, Bindi, Bob and the rest of Steve's family and friends. You are in my prayers.
Steve was and still is an idol of mine. Ever since I first witnessed him as a young kid. What passion for animals and what a wonderful enthusiasm for life. He was taken from this world far, far too soon. But he was taken from it doing what he loved. A great man was lost today. Though I never had the chance to meet him in my still young life, I consider him as much of a friend as anybody who was brought joy by his show, and love for wildlife. You'll always be remembered, Steve. My heartfelt condolences to Terri, Bindi and Bob. And thank you, all of you in direct contact with Steve. To the family, the friends and the Australia Zoo. Thank you for this man.
Thank You, Steve for your raw and real love for the animal world. You were truly one of a kind. Our deepest sympathys fo out to Steve's friends and family. Just know that The Lord will see you thru. We will miss Steve very much. His legacy will go on forever. The Hine Family Wilmington NC
