Please forward our sympathies to Terri, Bindi Sue, Bob and all the friends and family of Steve. We are saddened by his passing away and will miss him very much. I hope his work will be carried on.
No words are adequate enough to bring any comfort in devasting times like these. We can only tell you, Terri, Bindi, Bob, his Dad & the rest of his family & friends that we will keep you in our prayers. We lost our 17 yr old daughter in a tragic car wreck 3 yrs ago and we've learned that those that have greatly loved us will be greatly missed. God is our source of comfort & strength and we pray that He will comfort, strength & guide you in your grief.
There is nothing that can be said that will ease the loss that you are feeling right now. But I would just like to share the love of a family that is an ocean away form you, and Say that our family The Blount's(Eddie, Kim, and Weston) will truly miss seeing Steve light up our living room. HE was a man to be looked up to and to be admired. HE will remain in our hearts and minds for at least the rest of our lives.
And Wes, I know that the loss of Steve is just as devastating to you. You and he had a relationship that transended just friends you were BROTHERS. I know that now Steve is looking down on all of us and he would probably be saying "No worries mates, here the crocs aren't near as fussy, and twice as beautiful".
Our prayers and love to the entire family, and anyone that had the oppurtunity to watch or know Steve, he truly was a gift form God....
My family and I would just like to say how very sorry we are to the Irwin Family and everyone at the Australia Zoo over this loss. It is a great tragedy to lose such an incredible man like Steve!
Just know that you are all in our thoughts during this difficult time and that Steve will be missed.
I am at a loss for words. I am shocked and saddened by the news of Steve's passing. My heart goes out to Terri, Bindi, Bob and the rest of Steve's family and friends. I just can't believe it!! The world will NEVER be the same.
I just wanted to say how saddened I am in hearing of the loss of such a great man and my thoughts are with his family, as well as with all the animals he ever helped.
I wish to express my sincere an heartfelt condolances to the Irwin family, know that your in my prayers,I was genuinely taken aback about Steve Irwin's passing,when I saw it on the news,I couldnt believe it,it sadden me,Steve was such a enthusiastic individual,sharing his encounters w/wildlife with the world,an educating us at the same time,his presence will definately be missed
[quote]Forums[/quote] the Ram Kissun Clan would like to offer our heart felt condolences to Terri, Bindi and baby Bob on this saddest day. Over the many years my children, Arun and Janu and Satya has been enthralled and have enjoyed the many adventures of Crocodile Hunter on discovery channel, my son Arun has been inspired to want to learn about snakes and crocodiles and whole reptilia world and respect for the environment. Such is he obsession his bedroom libray is filled with books on snakes and reptiles including DVD on "most deadlist snakes", which is fine considering I have a phobia about snakes...
I feel we have lost dear friend and companion and in the words of my son Arun, "I am really sorry hear about CH death, because I will miss his wonderful adventures to different countries around the world they were so good and I liked his boots! I loved all of his TV shows, especailly his trip to Sri Lanka (the best) including his jokes with Wes, Terri and Bindi."
As a father and fellow fan I feel he has helped me overcome my fear of snakes. Our thoughts and prayers are with Terri and the family. We will never forget Steve Irwin, the infamous Crocodile Hunter.
It is with much sadness i send our condolences to Terri, Bindi Sue and Little Bob.
Steve was a very much loved face to our tv with his great enthusiasm and excitement for life, he kept us glued to our screens for hours on end. May strength be with you Terri at this sad time, everybody is with you.
Love and Light to all family and friends of Steve. Bless you all Tracey, Simon, Kyra, Philippa, Reece and Matthew in London UK
I've never written a note like this before, but felt compelled to do so today.
My heart breaks for you at the loss of such an amazing person, and I hope it is some comfort to let you know how much Steve Irwin's love of wildlife has inspired my son (like millions of other children). When your show debuted, our son was 4 and he instantly became a huge fan. If there was a toy crocodile in any form, he had to have it. We have the bobblehead Steve, we were the "Crocodile Family" for Halloween one year, and we have at least 100 crocs, sharks, lizards, and other critters in various forms in his playroom (he's now 9).
From a family perspective, I honestly thank you for bringing such a genuine, informative, entertaining, and heart-felt program to television. It's been something that the entire family could watch together and discuss later. Your show was the spark for our son's love of animals and the curiosity of strange and exotic animals from around the world; he may never have been exposed to in such a natural manner if not for Steve Irwin and family.
May God Bless you during this time, please know that Steve touched so many lives with his enormous personality and love.
It is the day after Steves death was reported and my mind still doesn't register the reality of this horrible news. It sinks in for the moment only to be thrust away by my mind as just another unreal tv stunt that needs re-written. But it is real and did happen.
My heart aches for Terri, Bindi and little Bob and for Wes and all the staff of the Australian Zoo and his family. This is just so unbelievable and such a loss, for the whole world. My prayers are with you all. May God hold you all close in his embrace as you grieve the loss of this wonderful, charismatic man.
Thank you Steve for all the excitement, the close encounters, the enthusiasm, and for showing us not only your love for all creatures on this earth but for sharing also with us the intense love and devotion you had for Terri, Bindi Sue, little Bob, your Mom and Dad, and all your dear friends at the Australia Zoo who were so lucky to be included in your "family" and to share your life with you. We were priviledged to share so much of your life, loves and losses with you through your tv show. We will miss you.
Miracles come in may forms, The Irwin families messages and Steve's passion for animals were little miracles in the works. My family and I will miss Steve and hope that in celebration of his life Terri and the children can celebrate him with laughter and love and carry on with his loving and much needed messages about animals. With warm thoughts and the arms of God around you Journey On Reverend Sandie
My 3 children and I would like express our deepest condolences to Terri, Bindi and Bob and all of the friend and family. I am very saddend by this news. Just a couple months ago after watching steve on tv for as long as I can remember I decided that Animal conservation was what I wanted to do and I needed to presue with it. I started college and when I was finshed in 15 months my plan was to trying to be able to just shake his hand and thank him. My kids come home from school everyday and watching him was always a part of their regular routine. They laugh and giggle and now all of them want to work in a zoo or forest just so they can help animals. I am so sorry Terri for what you will be going through the next many many months. I sure wish there was a way to make it easier, just try to hug those kids and get through one day at a time. You lived life with the most amazing man I had ever seen, He not only had a great love for them "crocs" but for you and those kids to.
Vicki, Nathanial, Kirstain and Kassidy all the way from Colorado.
I would like to express my deepest condolences to Steve's family and to all those people close to him. I am still finding it hard to believe that a man so full of energy and enthusiasm for life has been taken from this life by such a tragic and unbelievable accident. It was difficult not to get swept along with the passion that he showed and admire the utmost respect that he held for all animals. It was also clear in the programes that I watched that his family were so important to him, you could almost feel the love between them while watching them interact. He will be greatly missed, I just hope there is someone qualified to carry on the fantastic work that he started. My thoughts are with the family x x x
We are grateful to Steve Irwin for his work, his vision. He will be greatly missed. Our sincere condolences to Ms Terri, Bindi & Bob and the Australia Zoo family. This is a great loss for them, for us, for the animals Steve so treasured. But he has inspired us all. His passion is his legacy and we hope the Irwin family will continue in Steve's footsteps. Fight the good fight! Peace. Lankagirl
My son and I were deeply saddened when we learned of the loss of such a wonderful man Steve Irwin. We send our deepest sympathy to Terri, Bindi, Bob, their family, co-workers, and friends. When I homeschooled my son I used Steve's shows to help my son learn about animals and conservation. These shows deepened both of our respect for the world, nature and animals - I am so grateful for Steve to teach this to us. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Bonnie and Matt (USA)
I am from Romania and when i saw about Steve at the news i felt a big hole inside and my heart stopped.I stared crying even if i dint't know him personally but he filled me with joy when i saw him on TV.Me and all my friends whant to give Terri,Bindi and Bob our heartfelt condolences. WE WILL MISS YOU STEVE!!!
a few years ago we remember watching a new programme with a crazy Austrialian bloke called Steve Irwin, he was full of enthusiasm and love for what he did. it was contagious. as a family we watched his programmes over the years, and really felt, strange as it may seem, as friends of his family we'd seen involved with his adventures.
Yesterday when we heard the news we were in shock, as others have said.. it can't be true, Steve would be doing this forever.. but sadly it is true, his family have lost their centre of their lives, his friends will never forget him and his fans across the world thank him for his courage, enthusiasm, knowledge and love of all things living on this planet.
we have 2 sons who are avid animal lovers,as we are too, they are 17 and 13.the elder one has been working but over the summer holidays the younger one has watched Animal planet daily without fail until last week when he went on holidays with his friend and family... when we heard the news of Steves passing yesterday, we knew he'd so upset but we couldn't get hold of him. This morning he rang from abroad..' Mum, have you heard whose died, i can't believe it."..i just wanted to be with him to hug him and comfort him....
this is the effect a crazy aussie has had on people he's never met, he has influenced thousands of people.. isn't that a sign of a true hero??
our thoughts are with Terri, Bindi, Bob and Steves dad...may they take comfort in the fact that Steve will never be forgotten by his friends across the animal planet.
Our condolences to Terri,Bindi,Bob,friends,family. My daughter and I were horrified to hear of Steve's death.We feel like we have lost a member of our family. We would like to thank him for teaching us about the importance of wildlife preservation and appreciation.We pray that you will find comfort in knowing that he made the world a better place when he was in it.He will be sadly missed,but fondly remembered.There will never be another who will lay claim to the title"the Crocodile Hunter" in our book.Goodbye Steve,rest in peace!!!We imagine he's in Heaven right now saying"Crikey,mate!!Heaven's a Beauty!!!"
Steve is a role model for all those interested in wildlife conservation. We could not meet him during our last year visit to Sunshine Coast and Australia Zoo. A great personality. Perhaps Steve is the most popular figure in the world after Princess Diana. May his soul RIP.
I send only my deepst condolences to family and friends of Steve Erwin. I did not know Steve personally but feel this loss greatly as I know many people do. He was an amazing man, who helped me to learn and deepen my love for animals through his shows. His zanny antics helped me get through some of the toughest parts of my life. The world will not be the same without him. Thank you Steve for shining your light on us all for the short time you did, you will be missed!!!
Dear Steve: We love you with the deepest part of our hearts. My son, now 16, and I grew up with you. Children, teenagers, adults, grandparents -your infectious personality touched every age group all around the world. We all lost what our family calls a "keeper". Your heart and soul seemed huge and ever so loving. Your love for your family, friends, and animals remains an inspiration to all and one that everyone should emulate. I will carry you in my heart always.
Dear Terri, Bindi, Bob, Wes, Steve's family, and all those at the Australia Zoo: Please know that in our great sorrow, we send our condolences to you and hold you all in our hearts and prayers. May Steve's passion and compassion continue to thrive and spread throughout the world. We love you all!
Mary Beth Goosman/Joshua Theisen Kensington, Maryland
I was shocked to wake up yesterday morning and hear the news of Steve Irwans death. I find not only Australa lost a great great man but the whole world did. My prayers and thoughts go out to Terri, Bindy Sue and Bob and all of Steve's family, friends and Co-workers. He was an amazing man and will be missed forever.
There are no words that I can write to express the sorrow I feel Terri, Bindi, Bob, Steve's father, and all of his friends. Steve touched my family's life with laughter, inspiration, education, and occassionally with tears. Thank you, Steve, for all you did to conserve God's wonderful creation.
My wife and I are deeply saddened by the tragic loss of Steve. We would like to express our heart felt condolences to his family and friends. We enjoyed his work immensely; who ever thought it would be commonplace to see a snake and the first thing to come to mind would be: “Isn’t she gorgeous?” We find solace in knowing his legacy will be a generation of young people with an enlightened appreciation for wildlife.
It stalks the night It stalks the day It seeks out life And whisks it away It's known as death And other things too But it's all the same What matters is you. How do you see it? What does it mean? It's best if you know For death is unseen. It can take you at day It can take you at night Knowing death well Can lend you some light The passage to death Is always unclear For death is at hand It is for us all Know it's face well So you don't stumble and fall Now think hard on death And know that it's near And the meaning of life Will be all to clear And that is to live For your hearts desire Not to stumble or fall But to burn with a fire. A fire for life To live for each day To reach for your dreams No matter what people say Life is a question And death holds a clue Reach not for the answer For your life's not due Live for the moment And die for it too For it's the moment that counts It, and you Now I'm all done I've said what I'll say Just remember one thing Steve Lived for the day!
a warm hugg to his family and friends from the netherlands Corry Rose
I lost what I typed and not sure if it was sent, so hopefully this isnt a duplicate.
Terri, Bindi, Bob, and everyone else in Steve's family, and who knew him,
I am soooo saddened by this news I heard this Mon. morning. I am so taken by it that I had to see what was on the net. I had to get words out to Terri on how I feel and I found this and what better way for hopefully this will be read by you all.
I first want to say, may you all get through this tragic loss. I never knew Steve, but boy I can sure see the love he had for you Terri. I can only imagine the love he had for you two's children. He is someone who really knew how to be a husband, and men out there can learn from him. May that love and respect he had for you keep you strong from here on. My heart goes out to you and everyone who knew him.
Steve will be in my thoughts on a constant basis, as he has been just a few days ago. Not for his work, although I loved him for that too. But him as a person. I came across him being on the Jay Leno awhile back and he said something about "Kharkis", and Leno thought he said as I did, carkeys. (Steve was saying with his Australian accent,khakis) They laughed after Leno was confused by it and the joking and humor kept on going. I felt like I got to know Steve that night and I am glad I taped that interview!! I loved his humor!! I wouldve loved to meet him and even just have him as a friend. As for my recent thoughts about him, well I was watching QVC this weekend and they said khakis, and I thought of Steve right off the bat and laughed to myself and said "carkeys". He forever will be in my thoughts just for that!!! I hope everyone who reads this gets a laugh out of this or has even seen that part of the show!!
One more thing, my brother, who is close to Steve's age, can do a great impression of him...he has even did videotape for my nephews pretending to be Steve. It is so funny!!! My brother would have been a great co-worker for Steve. He loves turtles and wildlife in general and my mom and I feel he is in the wrong profession. Picture my brother going into the family's backyard brook taking out snapping turtles!!!!! I have him on film almost getting bit by one!!! So there is just one example on how they wouldve worked great together!!!
Steve will live in my heart, and I am sure my brothers and his videos, and it would be neat if one day you could see them. My prayers to you and your family and everyone else who knew him. May you feel The Lord's presence always and especially at this time of great loss. The world lost a great man....yes, the world....he must have touched at least one person in each part of it!!!!!!!! With love and sympathy , Kathy (Malitsky) of Connecticut
i am so far away from Australia and still i am sure like thousand of people around the world i feel so close to the Irwin family and i cry with them togther ,steve was life he was the one who did with his 44 yrs what other people will not do in a life time ,he was able route tv to pass the extractive of life,happiness,and the ability to see the perfect beauty of nature as god intend to,most of i pray for his littel daughter bindi my heart tear a part when i think that she will have to know she lost her dad,lots of tear's and lots of condolence,
Hello my name is Joey I am a 29 yr old woman from Tennessee. I want to say to all of Steve's family and friends you are in my prayers. I know that I and anyone I have spoken to are just in complete shock that he is gone but just know he will never be forgotten. There is no way when a person with his energy and the ability to spread such joy no matter what the situation be it live or on TV could ever be let go from the hearts of those that he has touched through out the world. He will be miss deeply!!
My name is Dr. Marinely Cruz-Amy and I am from Puerto Rico. I can't truly express with words what I'm feeling right now. My sincere condolences to Terri, Bindi, Bob, Steve's Dad, Wes, and all the Australia Zoo Crew for the loss of a great human being and mentor. I know that in this hard times the hole Australia Zoo crew wiil be there for Terry and the family as I have become to know you through the show. Also I know that this mesage may not be read at this moment do to the great responses of Steve's fans, but when the Irwin family is ready to read it I want them to know that Steve was very well liked In my country (as part of the USA). The only thing that I regret is not being able to meet Steve personally as my husband and I were planning to make a trip down to Australia next year to go to the Austrlia Zoo. Despite this, I feel that I have known him through the show since he was a truly sincere person. I hope that the family as well as the Australia Zoo continue with Steve's mission of conservation and the show. If there is any fund to help the Irwin family, I would really want to help. Don't hesitate to contact me through my email (marinely23@hotmail.com), I really, really want to support his family and extended family. Sincerely Marinely Cruz-Amy, MD
[quote]Reply[/quote] I really dont know where to start. My family and I have Mr Steve and his family in our home almost every night via the Animal Planet. I was dumbfounded when my mom and step-father called and told me that Mr Steve was tragically killed doing something that he loved. I send out many prayers and blessing to Mr Steve's family. My heart aches for them. With all of our love, Marcy and family from Wheeling, West Virginia, USA
To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say... but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay. I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above. Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.
Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight. Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night. That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through, God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."
It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone. As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on. I need you here badly; you're part of my plan. There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man."
God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do. And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you. And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight. God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.
When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears. But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain. Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.
I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned. But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand. But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er. I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.
There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb; but together we can do it by taking one day at a time. It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too... that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.
If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain, then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain." And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile, knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.
So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low, just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go. When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind; I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.
And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free, remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.
My family and I have been fans for years and believe in all the safety measures Steve has always shown in all his encounters with animal life. We send our prayers to be with Terri and the children at this terrible time and will continue to be keeping them in our prayers. To Terri, I know how much of a hole in your life this will leave, and I wish I could send you more, but my prayers will be for strength for you to come through this a stronger person and I know you will keep him alive for you, Bindi, Bob, his and your family, and all of us who admired and felt as close to him and you as is possible for non-family members. We will miss his emense presence in our lives forever. You are as loved as he was and all you to did together just shows all he had to offer to all about respecting nature. You are an inspiration to us.
"I know you can't stay But part of you will never, ever go away Your heart will stay."
"This precious time We've only borrowed The autumn winds Have blown on through."
"Listen to the wind where the sky meets the land I'm not really gone, I've been here all along High up in the trees in the sound of the leaves Listen to the wind, there's no end..."
I was shocked and I'm truly sad. I just can't find words. May God help his family, friends, colleagues, fans to get over this pain some day.
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I would like to send my condolences to Steve Irwin's family and friends. Even though I never met Steve in person, I felt like I knew him and his family through the Crocodile Hunter and through his books and his messages of conservation. Because of Steve I realize just important all wildlife is and I now teach my daughter what Steve has taught me over the years. He will be missed by my family and myself and he will always be loved. I think he is now with his mum ana Sui. Traci305 united States
My prayers and thoughts to you Terry and your children. In all the love Steve has with animals , The largest love I would see coming from him, is the love he has for you and the kids. And the love you show him in everything you have done together. Your marriage and relationship has been a wonderful example for us all. How to support our husbands and the simple enjoyment you showed to each other. I know it is TV, but there are somethings you can't just pretend. I pray you have the support for you and the kids right now. That the people around you give you want you need I pray that God gives you and your children a since of peace during this time of grief. Amen
ME and my brother grew up watching steve. MY brother admired him for being the way he was taking care of the animals and playing with snakes. When I first heard about it I didnt believe it at all I had to look at the website and then I saw it was true. The first thing I thought about was terri and the kids them kids are going to have to grow up without there dad and that just breaks my heart its so sad I just pray that they will overcome this tragic loss and they need all the prayers they can get
My family and I are deeply sadened to hear what had happened to Steve. We can not imagine that something like this would happen to him. Terri our thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the family. We watch you guys all the time it will be different from now on, but we will not forget him. We love you guys take care and god bless. Linda and Family
My heart breaks for you at the loss of your husband and Daddy. We have all lost a truly great man. I hope that you can find solace in the weeks and months to come in knowing how beloved Steve was the world over and in how much he did for all the "unloved" animals of the world. Though I never knew him, he was a hero of mine right along with my Dad. His passion and enthusiasm were absolutely infectious and you couldn't help but smile and laugh or cry along with him. I, too, will miss him and grieve with you.
Steve, you were a passionate man- that is one HUGE thing I will take from watching you all these years. You absolutely loved your work, and you were so dedicated to making the world a better place- giving humans the knowledge we need to better understand the animals we share our planet with. Thank you for that.
My thoughts are with Terri, Bindi, and Bob. And to all the family and friends who treasured this wildlife warrior. This is a devestating loss, but I know the three of you will continue to carry out not only Steve's dreams, but your own, for furthering wildlife conservation.
WOW what a great loss! I was speechless for hours when i had read that Steve was gone. I just want to know if there is going to be fund started for the children and the zoo to help? Steve is going to be missed so greatly by eveyone as well as myself for a long long time! I dont know how we are all going to recover from this loss, but for the families sake, we need to! Steve you were an idol for me to look up to and you will always be for me forever. you have changed so many peoples perceptions on animals and they have you to thank! Terri, Bindi and Bob, you have my deepest sympathy and if you ever need anything from your great fans, please ask! let me know if there is any fund that needs my help and post a link somewhere for it too please! STEVE, you will be missed greatly my friend! Lisa from West Virginia
Dear Terri, Bindi and Bob - my most heartfelt condolences to you at this tragic time. What a wonderfully passionate and fierce champion of wildlife Steve was! Along with his often wacky animal adventures, what most hit home was the depth of his passion for his family as well. Seeing tears well up in his eyes as he talked of his children ... My heart breaks for you, his family, and his extended family of co-workers, friends & animals at Australia Zoo.
Rest in peace, Steve. Thank you for all that you've done.
