The world has lost a wonderful teacher, husband, father, and friend. As you have read in the many, many posts before this one! My family and friends in Yuma, Arizona USA offer our condolences to Terry, Bendi, Bob and the rest of the family and friends that were close to Steve. We will miss him and words cant describe the loss. Although I didn't know him I still loved him and all his shows. God be with him and the family in this time of loss and need. Jennifer Gloria Yuma AZ USA
My family is grief stricken over this loss. We have your family in our prayers. Steve was a wonderful man and taught many tolerence and understanding of animals. Terri, Bindi, and Bob you are loved and prayed for. We all feel as though we have lost someone special. Most of us never met him person but feel as though we have known him. His memory will live on in our hearts. Words can not describe the feeling our family feels. I wish there was something we could do to ease your pain. Love and Prayers, Barnes and Lee Family Columbia, Tenn.
My condolences to Terri, Bob, Bindi, Baby Bob, the rest of the Irwin family, Wes, John, and all other friends...I have been a watching 'The Crocodile Hunter' since I was in elementary school and have been a HUGE fan ever since. I even remember watching Steve when the show was filmed with lower quality cameras and lighting....now over ten years later he is gone...I was always concerned, but never thought something like this would happen...especially not a stingray! But, all I can say we must take control of the message Steve has left behind; and we must help save Mother Earth and it's wildlife! We can make a difference, even if it is a small one, in the large shadow Steve has left for us to fill. Thank you Steve for the inspiration and great times! You'll forever be in my heart my environmental brother.
Billy GA,USA
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Condolences to Terri, Bindi, Little Bob and to the entire Irwin family. Steve will be greatly missed by all of his USA fans. We feel like a member of our family is missing.
To the Irwins, Wes, and everyone touched by Mr. Steve Irwin,
It is difficult to find the right words to describe the loss of Steve Irwin. I sat in shock for a time as the news came across. I never had the honor of meeting Mr. Irwin, and my family and I had planned to someday make the journey to Austrailia from Florida and visit Austrailia Zoo in hopes of seeing him. Steve's infectious personality and enthusiasm made him a welcome guest in our home several times a week thanks to his television appearances. Our deepest heartfelt respects go to his family and friends during this devastating period. My deepest sorrow are for his young children. Rest In Peace Steve, you gave us so much and championed a noble cause. You will be dearly missed, and you will always be in our thoughts and prayers.
I have watched Steve Irwin with my children for several years. He has made a huge impact on their lives, especially my 12-year-old daughter. The "Crocodile Man" taught her to have a great respect for nature, and she now wants a snake of her own as a pet, having gotten to hold several at a school event. For the past year or so, she has held fast to her decision to move to Austrialia after she's out of school, so she can work with the wildlife there, perhaps even get to visit Steve Irwin's zoo, and meet him in person. I am so very sorry for Steve's family,and I pray that their own sorrow will be lessened just a tiny bit by all the heartfelt wishes of all those who, like myself, will miss seeing his passion for life, and for his work. I have no doubt that his passion has been felt by many, all over the world, and this was his destiny, to teach all the world about his beloved animals. Here in the US we have a country song, which states that "God only cries for the living, for it's the living who are left to carry on. God only cries for the living, for it's the living, that are so far from home." May God'd tears comfort Steve's family, now and forever, amen. Elizabeth Seagraves and children, Grayson, Kentucky
To the Irwin family and friends: My family is deeply shocked and saddened by Steve's death. I take a little comfort knowing he is swimming with the crocs in heaven. I have taken great pleasure watching Bindi grow up along with my little girls. We have enjoyed every bit of programing and conservation information. The joy you bring to my family is imense. Words cannot express all that I want to tell you. Thank you and God Bless! Our prayers are with you as we too suffer. With loving thoughts, The Daffron Family Brandon, FL USA
Words can not express how you are feeling. I am truly sorry for your loss Terri, Bindi Sue and Robert. God be with you today and always. Here is a poem I put on my brother's site when he died. God Bless you all, everyone who knew Steve, and who didn't and to all who are in mourning over his passing. Blessings
CONVERSATION WITH GOD
I said, "God, I hurt".
And God said, "I know".
I said, " God I cry a lot".
And God said, " That is why I gave you tears".
I Said, "God I am so depressed".
And God said, "That is why I gave you sunshine".
I said, "God life is so hard".
And God said, "That is why I gave you loved ones".
I said, "God my loved one died".
And God said, "so did mine".
I said, "God it is such a loss".
And God said, "I saw mine nailed to a cross".
I said, God your loved one lives".
And God said, "So does yours".
I said, "God where are they now"?
And God said, "Mine is on my right and yours is in the light".
I loved animals, too. I think that is one of the main reasons why I enjoyed watching "The Crocodile Hunter". Not to mention I just loved listening to Steve's accent!! He was definitely a hero to me; maybe because I wished I could do what he did. The world has lost a wonderful human being. I cried for my loss, but now I cry for his family's loss. May God Bless You and keep you stong.
My heartfelt wishes and condolences go out to Terri, Bindi and Bob, also to his father Bob and his zoo family. I pray that God will give them comfort. My daughter and I have watched Steve Irwin and Terri for years. We have learned so much and Steve will be greatly missed. He was a wonderful person with so much love for life, and all the animals he encountered. We will never forget him and all he taught us over the years, along with the laughs he gave us. God Bless you all!
Thank you Steve for your joy and enthusiasm when you spoke to us through your shows.
Thank You Terri for sharing your husband with us for all these years, please know that we are holding you, your children, your family and friends up in prayer during your time of sorrow. May you be comforted by the love for you and your family that the world holds.
Blessed at they that mourn, for they shall be comforted.
Charles, Carol, and Wesley(5) Stottlemeyer Tacoma. Washington, USA
To the Irwin family,from the Edwards family...we loved watching steve on tv and will miss him.Our deepest condolences to all of you. Our prayer is that you all find peace in this time of great sorrow. The world has lost a great human being... may his dream be fulfilled
My girlfriend and i would like to extend our sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Irwin family. Steve was a great man, we enjoyed his shows very much and the news of his passing saddens us all.
Here is a poem dedicated to Terri and children, may you, Terri, continue to bring glory in memory of Steve, as his legacy & vision will always live on and forever etched in our hearts.
"You can shed tears that he is gone Or you can smile because he has lived You can close your eyes and pray that he will come back Or you can open your eyes and see all that he has left Your heart can be empty because you can't see him Or you can be full of the love that you shared You can turn your back on tomorrow and live yesterday Or you can be happy for tomorrow because of yesterday You can remember him and only that he is gone Or you can cherish his memory and let it live on You can cry and close your mind, be empty and turn your back Or you can do what he would want: smile, open your eyes, love and go on."
I remember first seeing Steve on New Year's Eve in 1994 - my wife and I watched in amazement as he physically handled the world's deadliest snakes...he totally upstaged the normal New Year's Eve fare on the other channels and my family was hooked on the Crocodile Hunter ever since. My son was almost two at the time and now he's almost 14. We have since added a now seven year old little sister to the mix of Croc fans. Steve and his family (including Sui) have touched our family in many ways and he will be sorely missed. We extend our deepest sympathies to Terri, Bindi, and Bob and we share our sadness at his untimely death with millions of people worldwide. For his family, we are truly sorry. And to Steve, thanks for bringing wildlife in to our living rooms and in to our hearts mate.
Mi corazon llora por la pronta partida de nuestro adorado Steve, nos dejo un gran vacio. Gracias, amigo, por darnos tantos momementos de la bella vida salvaje a la cual amabas tanto. Para Terry, Bindy Sue, Bob y su padre, el resto de su amada familia y amigos, reciban desde el fondo de mi corazon, mis mas sentidas condolencias por esta dolorosa perdida. Annelis de Contreras Caracas, Venezuela South America
yesterday morning after hearing the news of steve irwin's death, i found a box turtle crossing the road. he almost got hit by the car in front of me. i stopped and picked him up and brought him home. my kids are thrilled and fascinated by him. we're having fun feeding him and watching what he does. it's thanks to the teachings of steve that we appreciate our reptilian friend. we named him "Crikey". we'll miss you Steve! thanks for everything! cleveland, ohio
Our family's thoughts and prayers are with Terri,Bindi,Bob and the rest of the Irwin family. We are saddend by the loss of such a wonderful and brave man, who made millions of people smile with what he loved doing. Please know that our prayers are with you.
Hello i am a 15 year old boy that was very close to steve even though i never got to meet him p in personal. But he touched me very deeply iv been watching his show since i was about 7 or so and i learned alot from him i would always tell my mom i want to be just like him when i grow up. He made me realize that there alot to know about wildlife and how we should help them. I know everyone is probably saying the same thing but it really means alot to me i actually never thought a celebraty would touch me like that when i heard the bad news i have to say i cried but at least he did so much for animals and his name will remain forever in the hearts of millions. I hope if yall read this yall understand hat he wasnt just a guy on tv he was a man of courage,[assion and so on! So i pray for the whole family Terry,Bob,Bindi and the rest of the crew who worked with steve i wish yall a wonderful life ahead thankyou for reading this .
I just wnat to say that Steve Irwin was a great man for all animals. My husband and I work long hours and dont see our kids much but we would always watch his shows with the kids. THe kids were learning and intrested in the shows and steve made it fun for the whole family....to bad there arent more people out there like him....Our deepest regrets for his family and friends but atleast he was doing what made him happy in the end...Let him never be forgotten
My family and I have been huge fans of Steve Irwin since he first came on TV, And we are devastated by his sudden passing. My 10 year old son and I sat in my car when we first heard the news (I had just picked him up from school) and we wept. My thoughts go out to Terri, Bindi and Bob and the rest of his family and friends, as if the grief that i felt for him as someone ive never even had the honor to meet i cant even imagine how they are feeling. Having watched Steve and Terri on TV for years now I feel i know them personally. He had a lot to do with our decision to move to Australia as i love animals and dreamed of seeing the wildlife he so proudly showed us. He has been an amazing wildlife advocate and environmentalist. The world will be a poorer place without him. My Deepest most heartfelt sympathy to all that were close to him.
Steve, along with Terri both lived their passion for wildlife conservation. I offer my deepest sympathy to Terri, Bindi, Bob, Bob Sr. and to Steve's "best mate" Wes. I know that Terri will continue on with Steve's crucial work and his memory will live on. Steve gave so much of himself to make everone aware of the desperate need to conserve every square inch of habitat we can for the animals. Those of us who dreamed of making that trip to Austrailia just to go to the Austrailia Zoo on the off chance of being able to shake Steve's hand and say thank you have lost that chance. But I know that we can still make that trip, still visit the zoo and give our thanks to Terri, Bindi and Bob for sharing Steve with us all.
When I think of Steve Irwin, I see him as representing life. He reflected the heart of God and His creation. Steve always brought such joy to everyone and never lost his passion. Although I never knew Steve personally, I feel as though I did. He was a great man and had such a heart for the hurting. He loved what he did and he will always be remembered for his enthusiasm. I pray for God's strength and comfort to be upon everyone. ~Kaci Clemons
To Terri and her children my deepest sympathy to you . You are in my prayers. Steve was a lovely man who did much for animal conservation and was much loved and will be missed by the world. God Bless and comfort you and your children in this difficult time.
My deepest sympathy to all the Irwin family and friends. Steve was my hero and taught me so much about snakes that I had been so afraid of before. I would have been very proud to have called him my son. Hearing of his tragic accident was like losing a family member. May God give all of you the strength to get through this and carry on his very important message about conserving wildlife. He will be missed greatly but remembered as someone who made a difference. I have to believe that God needed him to do something very special in Heaven. My heart goes out to all of you.
Dear Terri and kids, I am so sorry for the loss of Steve. He was a really great person and I loved what he did for the crocodiles. Trust in God and He will heal all your pain. I lost my dad in 1996 and I thought the pain would never go away, but God and time did heal the pain. I will be praying for you and your family. Love, Ashley McKinley
It is with very deep saddness that I now write a belated "Thank You" to a man who had such fierce love and contagious enthusiasm for the welfare of ALL wildlife that my 7 year old son preferred to watch the "crocodile man" as opposed to cartoons. "Thank you Steve" for allowing my son the excitment of coming to me after a show and saying "Mama, Mama, did you know that...."
I was surprised to hear that steve irwin died. I always thought he seemed invinceable just the way he could handle animals with out ever getting hurt rally seriously. I want to send my deepist sympathy to his family and friends and coworkers. I really wish i could have met him I love the passion he had and the way he wanted to help animanls by helping people to understand them better. I hope that his legacy will not be forgotten because in my mind he was a hero.
Dear Terri, Bindi, Bob, Family, Friends, and Staff, My family and I are truely saddened by the loss of such a great man. He was truely a remarkable human being, and he will never be forgotten Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. God bless
My family and I am so sorry for your loss. I love Steve and the passion he had for animals and for everything he did. He sometimes brought us to tears, both from laughter and from sadness. He has brought the plight of many animals to the forefront while teaching us that a lot of animals aren't the "villains" some believe them to be. I loved seeing him handling dangerous snakes or being within feet of a komodo dragon and show no fear yet when the call came that Bindi was on her way, he was almost in a panic. I loved how he showed respect for the people of the lands where he visited also. Playing with the kids, taking the time to at least learn to say hello in their language and then saying it. He got Oprah to hug an alligator! I also loved how he treated his employees at his zoo not as employees but as family. What a wonderful man with a beautiful family. The world will not be the same. Now all the animals in heaven will have a great friend to hang out with.
To Terri and all the Irwin family. My family and I wish to send our deepest condolences. We loved the show and loved Steve. We have been deeply grieved by this loss and I know that the devastation we feel is nothing compared to yours. We are very sorry and will keep you and your family in our prayers.
my deepest sympathy goes to steve's family he was a great person to have so so much passion for that he did and to love his job the way he did iam sure he didnt consider his passion to be his job, he is a true hero i say IS because though he gone he will always a hero and will be missed truely, his death came as a shock to me my husband had told me and called him a lyer then i was watching our local news station and it was on the news , then they said how he died. that was a big shock. iam a big fan of animal planet if i could stay home everyday and watch the programs i would my kids watch it to its very educational. I feel sorry for the kids they will be so sad to not be able to see their daddy.. GOD BLESS STEVE YOU ARE A TRUE HERO.
As so many before me have said, my family, my friends, and I, all wish to extended our deepest sympathies, thoughts, and prayers to Terri, Bindi, and Bob, as well as all of Steve's many friends and family. So many of us (here in America) as well as others around the world have been touched deeply by your loss.
Steve Irwin came into our lives and our livingrooms, and made the world a brighter and better place. His love for his family and for all the creatures that roam the earth was both profound and eternal.
The world has lost one of it's most unique souls, and the world is a poorer place without Steve in it, but he made our lives richer for his presence. He tried to make a difference in the world, and I hope it's clear from the global reaction to his loss that he did exactly that.
We are, many of us, better people by having had the benefit of his exuberance and his fearless crusade for conservation. He was clearly never afraid to live his life to the fullest, and saw and did more in 44 years than most will do in 80.
Yes, the world is a poorer place without Steve Irwin, but we are vastly richer for having had him for the time we did. We extend our love and prayers to you and the children in this painful and difficult time, and while our loss can never, of course, equal yours, please know that millions in the world are grieving with you.
I have been crying on and off these past two days and I can't get myself to stop. The loss of Steve hurts so badly, even as just a crazy fan of his work and shows. I don't know if Terri and Bob and Bindi will ever read these messages, but I hope that they do one day, because it would mean the world to me if I could say it all to them...
To Steve, wherever you are right now,
You were a man with a vision. You treated everything in your life with a love that resonates throughout all of us, even now. You were selfless; you worked to protect and teach others about what you loved the most in this world. You were a loving husband, a proud father, and a grateful son. You have touched more lives than you will ever know; you were so much to so many people. I can't believe you're really gone. I respected you and I wanted so badly to meet you one day. In all of your most dangerous moments you acted without fear to show the world the animals that you cared so deeply for. Because of you, there are little girls out there who are not afraid of what's in their backyard. Because of you, there are people who want to grow up and continue what you've started. Because of you, tens of thousands of animals has been saved. You only ever treated Nature with the respect she commanded. You were fearless. You were so much that words just can't say it. Even those of us who never had the chance to meet you in person felt that you were a friend. We miss you so much Steve. You were a pioneer. You were a great man. I'm so sad. I wanted to see you. Please be well, wherever you are. You've touched us all. We love you. We will never forget you.
Godspeed mate...the rest of us left behind won't let ya down.
To Teri and Bindi and little Bob one day too :
I am so sorry. Words cannot convey how all of you must feel right now, but I just want you to know that...that...Steve touched so many people. Terri, I've watched you and Steve since the beginning, and I wanted to meet you both one day but didn't have the money to ever get down under. I always wanted to meet Steve because he was like a hero in my house. Everybody loves him here. Bindi and Bob, there's no way to say how much this hurts, right? I know how you feel. But this is important now, so listen...the one thing your dad would always want you and everyone else to do is not to forget him, and to continue what he started. You dad was a great guy and he touched all of us here posting in this forum. That's why we want to express how we feel, because he touched all of us and was like a friend even though some of us have never met him.
I always wanted to meet him, just once. I respected him so much. I just can't believe he's gone. Now he's got me cryin' again. I'm just so sorry for this tragedy and I'm still shocked over this news. I've followed Steve forever and, just, it feels so impossible. We miss you so much mate. It won't be the same without you.
I want to help what he started somehow even though I'm just a kid and don't really know how. But Steve Irwin has changed my life, for the good, and wherever he is right now...maybe even watching over all of us, I hope...wherever he is right now, I'd like to think he's happy and smiling all over agian.
I just wish to send my deepest condolences to the family of Steve Irwin. I know that we will all feel the loss of such a great man, who had so much to give to animals and humans alike. He never failed to bring a smile to my face. It meant so very much to my students when we wrote to Steve Irwin years ago when we receieved a poster an letter.
Dearest Teri, Bindi and Bob - Your hearts are very heavy now... Your tears will never be dry... but you all are in the thoughts and prayers of millions of people. Your husband and father was a hero to sooooooo many - all walks of life, young and old. He touched the lives of everyone he encountered.
May Steve rest in peace and you all rest in his heart. God bless to you all. You will always be in our families' thoughts.... every day, every episode, every year to come.
With much sadness in my heart, I wish to express my condolences to all of you. Steve will be missed but never forgotten. Your family has found a way into my heart and home for many years, and I thank you. You will all be in my heart and prayers daily. God Bless and protect you Terri and the Irwin family. Love and Hugs, Mary Ann from Florida
I would like to express my deepest condolences to Terri, Bindi Sue, and Bob Irwin, Steve's Dad, and all his family and friends who worked with him at the zoo. I was crushed when I heard the news about Steve's death. I have always been a big fan of his and enjoyed watching him on the Crocodile Hunter. Though I did not know him personally, he always made you feel as if you were one of his best mate's whenever you watched him on his show it was as if he was bringing you on each of his adventures. He made you excited and wanting to learn more about animals and how important they are to this planet. The world has truly lost one of its greatest wild life icons. Steve touched my life and everyone in the world with his passion for wildlife, and for his friends and family. Please know that my heart is with you during this time of tragedy, and sorrow. Your family and everyone at Australia Zoo will always be in my heart and in my prayers. Rest in peace Steve. You touched are hearts and our lives the world will never be the same without you. You will never be forgotten for you will live on in our hearts forever. I know Terri, Bindi Sue, and Bob will keep your wonderful legacy alive. I know you are now in a better place and that you are smiling down on us all. We all love and miss you Steve. God Bless.
Colleen Dauer Ramsey, New Jersey, USA
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I remember very distinctly the first time I saw Steve Irwin on TV. I was in college and my roommate told me I had to see this crazy guy. The show was about spiders, and he had me on the edge of my seat with his penchant for drama and his genuine enthusiasm. After that a group of my friends would meet in our dorm room to watch the Croc Hunter's show and do Steve impressions --- this is the most daaangerous spider in aaaaaaaaalll of Australia. Now lets see if we can get it to crawl on this stick!
We laughed, we cringed, we learned so much. You couldn't help but smile and get excited right along with him. He obviously loved his job and his family very much.
Steve will be missed, my condolences to his family!!
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to Terri, Bindi and Bob Irwin. Steve was a great role model for my children and a funny and passionate animal lover. Most of all he was, I'm sure, a wonderful husband and father. May God give you strength and comfort during this time of loss.
Just wanted to extended our deepest condolences to you. My husband, two girls, and me were so deeply saddened by Steves passing. It has been hard to think of much else since we heard the news. Steve had a great passion for the animals. But I think his greatest passion was you Terry and Bindy and Bob. When he spoke of you it was clear you were everything to him. I cant imagine what you are going through, but I hope having all our thoughts and prayers with will help you cope with this loss. The Bouton Family Sierra Vista, Az.
terry bindi and bob, my names josh and i wanna say im sorry about croc hunter, im 9 years old and i hope i can be like him one day.i lost my dad when i was 2 so i know how it is...love to you all and my god bless you
Joshua Matanga Ft.worth texas
to all of you your in our prays sorry for the lose of such a great man hugz terry
The Earth shuddered the moment it lost Steve Irwin. The embodiment of passion and enthusiasm, his delightful energy and heartfelt compassion will be sorely missed. Our deepest condolences to Terri, Bindi, Little Bob, Robert Irwin, Wes, and everyone at Australia Zoo. May his light shine on in each of you. With love and sympathy, Angela ~ Buffalo, NY
To the entire Irwin family: Terri, Bindi Sue, and Baby Bob, my most heartfelt and deepest sympathy are with you. He will be missed deeply by all. Steve taught the entire world so much about the respect and love for animals. I am deeply saddened by the news of such an untimely passing. He wanted so much to teach everyone that the love for all of God's creatures big and small was the most important thing in his life second to his family. And to Bindi Sue, you were already following in your father's footsteps and may you continue your love, carng and respect that your father has taught you about the world of animals and reptiles that he so deeply cared about. If I could build a stairway up to heaven, I would travel there and bring him home to you. You are in my prayers and thoughts. May God see you through these hard time and bring peace and comfort at such a turning point in your lives. With all my love .........
I am so devistated over this loss of such an incredibly great man. My oldest son has been an adoring fan of Steve for his entire life. I strongly encouraged this hero status he placed on Steve. What a relief to me that his hero was a truly great man with meaning, honor, and dedication to a cause he loved. I also have a son the same age as Bob and am encouraging him to love The Crocodile Hunter the way his brother does. I am truly thankful to this man for giving my sons a true hero to look up to. I feel such sorrow for Terri, Bindi, and Bob how incredibly tragic to lose a loving husband and father. I wish we had gotten to bring our boys to Australia. My family will never forget Steve and his family, I will keep his memory and shows alive in my home. We love and miss you already Steve.
Terri, Bindi Sue, Bob and all of Steve Irwin's family and friends-
My heart goes out to you. I was in a bit of a shock when I found out he died. My children and I have always loved watching him. We loved seeing his love for his animals and wildlife and his love for his family! You could tell how much he loved you Terry, Bindi and Bob by the way he smiled when talking about you and the emotion he showed when he was with you.
What a great man and what a great loss to everyone and wildlife in general!
Steve--- thanks so much for all you have taught me and my kids. I had a huge fear of snakes but now I respect and love them for their beauty and what they do for the world in general!
Much love to you all and my thoughts are with you!!!!
I am trully trully sorry for your Loss.Steve will always be my Superman.I have wacthed him on TV sence I was in highschool.I wrote to him when I was in school and he wrote me back.HE took the time to write me back to this day that ment the world to me.He will always be Superman to me.
to Terri, Bindi,Bob and Steve's dad Bob Words can not begin to express my sorrow for you Steve is a massive loss to the world. My condolences and prayers to ALL OF YOU and your Zoo family
It's been awile since I have cried like this. Men like Steve are rarely seen in the world today. Steve Irwin didn't became famous for any world records or for being an actor or for being rich, he became famous for carring and helping creatures that couldn't help themselves and teaching the world to care. Some people said he was crazy, and maybe he was, but any man that risks his life, not for a person, not for money, not for fame, but for animals that had nothing to give back, that man is a hero in my book. Rest In Peace
My family and I are all sadden to hear bout Steve. My youngest who has special needs loved to watch him everyday and hoping it will contiune to stay on to keep his memory alive. Our tears are falling for you. We will continue to place the family and friends in our prayer for strength through this hard times. I want to say thankyou Terry for sharing your husband for the compasion of what he loved to do and that I hope someday I will be able to have my own conservation as well in the future with my two. Hugs to all. love Krista, Andrea and Ethan Utah