To the entire Irwin family, you have my deepest condolences. I really enjoyed Steve's show, and it's weird...I kind of feel as though I knew him, just because his personality came through so strongly in his work. I truly admire everything he did for wildlife and especially the less-loved creatures of the world. I loved his passion and enthusiasm and his ability to see beauty in misunderstood and dangerous animals. I feel absolutely heartbroken for all the members of his family, especially his father, his wife and his children. I lost my own father when I was young, so I know how devastating that experience is. I'm so glad that Steve's life was so well documented so that the Irwin family has a lot of wonderful memories to relive over the years. I will never forget him or how much I enjoyed watching his adventures. I'll remember his message of conservation always, and I look forward to hearing more from the Irwins in the future. God bless!
may God bless the Irwin family during this time of mourning. Steve was such and inspirational, wonderful person who will be missed by all. My family's thoughts and prayers are with all of Steve's family and friends. He will be missed by us all.
MY Heart goes out to steves family .your in our thoughts and prayers .He was a great man and teacher from the animals he adored. he will be missed always.my little girls who's 5 is very sad and wishes i send hugzz to you all !!! goddess bless ........ love and respect the powers family
I would like to express my deepest condolences to the entire Irwin family. Steve Irwin was more than a tv persona. He was an inspiration. When I was feeling at my absolute lowest watching Steve Irwin was what I looked forward to most everyday. He taught me a lot and inspired me to go back to school, and further my education. Its hard for me to talk about Steve in the past tence. its hard to come to grips that he is gone. I'll miss him
I'm so very sorry to learn of Steve's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with Terri, Bindi, Bob and all his family, friends and everyone around the world who loved him. He was larger than life and will be mourned and missed for a long time to come.
I just wanted to be one of the many people that let you know how much Steve Irwin will be missed. He was a wonderful person that opened up the eyes of many people, including myself, about the actually behavior of wild animals.
My third grade tearcher was from Australia. His parents still lived there when I was in his class. When they came to visit, they did a show and tell about Australia. I fell in love. The country is so beautiful. I have been unable to visit but seeing all the shows that Steve and Terri did brought me closer and closer. Those are all memories that I will keep forever thanks to Steve.
I am praying for you all and hope that peace will come over you and your family.
I never followed Steve's shows intensively, but he still left an impression on me with his enthusiasm and passion whenever I did. I just wanted to say that the world needs more people like Steve Irwin. He, unlike many others including me, actually really deserves to live on this planet. He was a true conservationist. I truly believe that Steve wishes that even in his absence, we will help accomplish the goal he devoted and risked his life to achieve, to save mother nature and conserve animal habitats. I hope that everyone will contribute their small role in saving the environment, to help grant Steve's wish. Condolences to Terri, Bundi, and Bob. I can only imagine the pain that you must be going through. I have only seen my dad cry once, and yesterday was the second time. The entire world is mourning his passing. Steve Irwan, you were a great man. I truly respect you so much, and it hurts to know that someone as loving, fun, and caring as you has been taken away.
Jenny Phung, Vancouver British Columbia, Canada
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As so lovingly stated so many times prior, my heartfelt condolences go out to Terri, Bindi, Bob, the staff of Australia Zoo, and all of the friends Steve collected along his path in life. Steve's untimely death hit me hard, while I never had the honor of meeting him I felt strangely connected. His passion and enthusiasm for not only animals but for life in general was envigorating and inspiring. His love for all of God's creatures unwavering. They would (and did) bite, sting, and claw but to no avail his love was unconditional. I take comfort in the belief that Steve-O is wrestling crocs, handling snakes, and running his own perfect zoo in heaven. I can hear him now...."Crikey, have a look at this little beaut!...what a gorgeous Shiela!"...Thanks Steve for all of the laughs and entertainment, the knowledge and passion. You are dearly missed.
We would like express condolences to the whole Irwin family. We have enjoyed watching the Crocodile Hunter shows for many years. His message on conservation and his love of animals will always be remembered. Take care. The Jarrells Family
Terri & Family, I would like to volunteer my services as a professional pianist. All I need from you is a couple of Steve's favorit songs. Then tell me where to show up and I'll be there You wont have to worry about the music. It will be beautiful. If I can help with the music, I'll fly down as soon as you need me. I really want to give something back to Steve for the gift of animals he gave me. Judy (951)791-1944
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I would like to extend my deepest regards to everyone around the world who has suffered from the loss of Steve Irwin. I was on vacation this weekend and the first thing I heard coming home was that a man I had admired and watched for years had untimely passed. I was hurt to say the least. I hope that Terri and the rest of the family find peace in this time of dispair. My wishes go out to them and their entire family. I gained so much strength from Steve. I have a terrible fear of flying. I can't stand it and it is one of the biggest problems I face in my life. Suffice it to say it's not a pretty site. But everytime I have flown I wear my crocodile hunter t-shirt. The man has proven time and time again that a fear of something need not stop you from conquering it. That is why, to this day, whenever I board a plane I wear that shirt. It's a good luck charm...and a reminder of what he stood for to me. It's something I will still do from now on. I am officially dedicating my first feature length film to him. I'm sorry that my goofy film won't be a fitting tribute to him but it's the best I can do. I will forever remember you Steve. Please know that, whereever you are looking down upon us, your family, friends, and fans will never forget you OR what you stood for. Thank you for being a great role model Steve. God bless you.
While I was never an avid watcher of the show, I have to admit that whenever I came across it, I was glued to it. I also have to admit that I was struck by the sense of sadness I felt by Steve's death even though I didn't watch much. Even as "not a huge fan", I came to realize what a cultural icon Steve has became. He was a guy that, even if you didn't know much about him, you thought of with a sense of happiness. I'm actually smiling as I write this! So to cut to the chase: Steve will be missed. God bless Steve's wife and children, and God bless Steve's efforts for nature worldwide. Also, may God bless the people who take up Steve's work after him. They have huge shoes to fill, but I think the world is behind Steve's cause.
My entire family would like to send our deepest condolences to the Irwin family. We have watched all the crocodile hunter shows since day one. Steve was and is our hero, especially to my eight year old nephew who says when he grows up he wants to be like Steve, The Crocodile Hunter. Thank you Steve for truely making this world a better place, words can not express just how much we all love you and will miss you! Crocs Rule!
To Terri Irwin, Today the wildlife grieve for one of its own. Steve Irwin was an inspiration who truly cared and respected all wildlife and the environment. May you, your children, family and friends, carry on the legacy and mission of conservation and enlightenment with his guidance and presence that will be with you forever. May your memories bring you comfort and solace. Best regards, Lisette LeHocky (Bozeman, MT)
First of all I would like to send my condolences and best wishes to Terri, Bindi, Bob and the rest of the Irwin family. I have to say that this was a shocking and tragic loss. I am still in awe from when I first watched 'The Crocodile Hunter' on TV for the first time thinking 'this guy is nuts!!'. I really at that time did not know what he did and what he was going to do for wildlife in his own country and in others. I came to realize that true unselfnesness stems from people just like him, and we should all take our hats off to this truely amazing person. As a fellow animal lover, I have not the opportunity nor the resources to pursue what Steve has done in his life to better the lives of animals. However from a young age I have done what I could to make the little critters life better than it was. I hope that in years to come that someone will step up and be as passionate as Steve, take charge, and love and help animals the way he did!! To his family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. He was truely a great man and humanitarian, even though I did not know him personally. May one day you will find comfort in the fact that he passed doing something that he loved and had great passion for, even though you may not find comfort in that now.
Take care Irwin family ... all of our thoughts and prayers are with you.
To the Irwin family, friends and co-workers ... Our most heartfelt condolences to all of you, and in particular to Terri, Bindi Sue and Bob. Our shock and horror at the news of Steve's death was all-encompassing. At first, we could not believe what we were reading, and hearing on our news broadcasts. Steve and Terri, you have made millions of people worldwide aware of of just how beautiful and priceless all our planet's species are, and how important they are to the universal harmony of earth's fragile stability. We will never forget how much Steve contributed to conservation and education. His enthusiasm and love for all of God's creatures made him an international hero. The world is an emptier place without him, but heaven is all the richer. God bless you all. Our love and prayers are with you now, and always. Sincerely, Ed & Lynn Butler Ottawa, Ontario CANADA
Steve Irwin was a wonderful person and was able to touch so very many people through his work and conservation efforts. I was one of those kids who grew up watching the discovery channel and Animal Planet, and Steve Irwin has had a real impact on me. It was not just his love for all of nature, but his sheer happiness with his work and with life in general, that drew me into his shows and made me feel happier after watching them.
Like many other fans, although I had never met Steve and Terri I felt as though I knew them. I have been educated and entertained by the shows and I cannot explain the great feeling I got from them. Just the feeling of knowing that there were other people like this (that so genuinely cared for wildlife and humanity) out there, allowed me to feel like I was not alone in caring about animals as much as I do. I hope that Steve's family is able to truly see what an impact his work has had on other people's lives.
All my friends (particularly across college campuses) have been talking about Steve these past two days. Everyone has been so affected by him that it seems every corner of the globe is mourning the Crocodile Hunter.
I am so sorry Terri, Bindi Sue and Bob. He will be sorely missed, but always remembered.
Dear Terri, I would like to offer you my services as a professional pianist. I'll play anything you want. I am also a teacher and coach so If someone were to sing at the service, I could work with them and make the song very special. You just give me the songs you want played and I'll take care of the rest. I don't want money, just want to help. And, this is what I do and I do it well
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My very deepest condolences to all of the Irwin family!! I cried when I found out Steve had died. He was such a wonderful, extraordinarily genuine human being that had the biggest heart I've ever seen. He truly left behind a huge legacy that will continue to preserve wildlife for a very long time to come. Steve has left the type of positive influence on this world that will never die. I will always remember him for his wonderful generosity and contributions to wildlife. He only graced this world for a short period of time, but this planet is a much better place because he was in it. Steve was so lucky to achieve what he did while he was here. I am sure that you are very proud of him.
My family and I feel great sorrow for the Irwin family, our world has lost a great individual. He had a heart of gold, that shined through in everything he touched and done. It feels as though we have all lost a part of our family, and Steve may God let his heavens be brightened by your love for everyone and everything... You are loved and missed... The Hawk Family... Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania... USA
My wife and I would like to send our condolences to Terri, Bindi Sue and Bob Clarence. I learned a lot from watching Steve Irwin's documentaries on animals and I must say that the world is less better off without him.
I am saddened to hear about the loss of Mr. Irwin. When I heard about his accident, I was shocked and I felt such sorrow within me. This man was a postive light in a difficult world. He will be remembered by so many.
My condolences to his wife, children, the rest of the Irwin family and to his friends and the people he worked with. Nothing can take the pain of such a loss away, but please note that the world loved him. No one will ever replace this loving, caring human being.
May Steve Irwin inspire more people to be like him and help in the conservation of our wildlife and natural resources. May God bless the family he left behind. I learned a lot about the animals he studies from his documentaries on Animal Planet. Thank you very much Steve Irwin.
I was terribly upset to hear about Steve's death. He was a nutcase, exactly the kind of nutcase the world needs, and Earth is a sadder place without him. Steve was one of my idols; I admired how he lived so wholeheartedly. He was twice as much like himself than most people are like themselves, if that makes any sense. And we felt like we knew him. My fellow-fan friends all said that, "I feel like I knew him and his family."
I plan to tape some Crocodile Hunter adventures and inflict them on my niece (currently 3 years old) as soon as she's old enough not to get scared. Steve would be happy to know his message will be passed on to another generation.
To the Irwins and friends, I can't imagine what you're going through but I hope my good wishes help a little.
Steve's Family, Words cannot express the sadness we feel. Thank you for all the hours of enjoyment and fasination you have given us. May God continue to bless you. John, Connie, Jessica, and Amanda Raines. Alexander City, Alabama USA
I grew up watching steve irwin, the lovable crocodile hunter, since i was 8 years old. When i found out about his tragic death, I was devestated. I couldn't believe what I was hearing. My prayers and thoughts go out to terri, bindi, bob, and steve's dad. Stay strong, and know that everything is going to be ok. Steve was a great man, he was vibrant, passionate, and just so full of life. You will be greatly missed. RIP Steve. God bless.
My heart stopped when I heard the news. As soon as I stopped saying "No" the tears began to fall. Steve was a part of our life if only through our TV. I can only imagine the pain that Terri and the kids are feeling. My heart, thoughts and prayers go out to them. Please remember, Steve was doing what he loved. I will keep Steve and his precious family in my heart always. I am just so sad. Karol Smith
My heart is broken and the sun shines less bright with the death of Steve Irwin. He truly had touched so many lives; his energy and exuberance for life and passion for the animals were too big for the tv to hold-we felt that he was someone we knew. As a passionate animal lover, I felt like Steve and Terri 'got it', the connection with our fellow earthlings. When Steve spoke of the animals, his caring came through in his voice. He loved all creatures and championed for their rights. He is irreplaceable and the world will miss him. I have never cried at the loss of a celebrity-I am crying now. The greatest trbute we can give to honor him is to do our part in our own corners of the world to make the world a better place for ourselves and our fellow creatures. Hug your dog, kiss your cat, do something in the name of conservation-these are fitting tributes to our beloved 'Croc Hunter'.
Wow, what a difference Steve made in so many lives. I can vividly remember growing up in the Sierra Nevada Mountains just south of Yosemite and watching and learning so much from the "Crocodile Hunter". Ever time I saw him I could see his true love for the animals and environments. That love spilled over into my life, and I would run outside after ever show and take in all the great nature around me, trying to learn just like my teacher Steve Irwin. I will forever cherish his lessons... From all of the accounts I have read Steve was not only exuberant in life while on camera, but also in his daily life. Doing all things to the fullest of his ability and taking great joy in his family, work, and daily tasks. Steve was a man of integrity, honor, love and compassion and because of this he was a true role model to all who knew of him. We can learn so much from him and I as so many others am greatly saddened by the loss of this great man. A hero has fallen; Steve Irwin, the Crocodile Hunter, may you rest in peace and continue in joy wrangling the crocs of heaven. Love Jake Coarsegold, CA
i just wanted to leave mhy condolences to the whole irwin family and also steve's extened family (the australia zoo crew). steve you were also my superhero and always will. you have more guts than i will ever have. rest in peace steve.
Steve Irwin was a truly remarkable man. He was unique and very gifted. He helped you understand more about the animals he worked with in such a way even a child could understand. He truly loved these animals and worked so hard for them. He was a wonderful caring person and a great advocate for animals. I was never intrested in wildlife shows on tv until i watched the crocodile hunter and he made it so intresting that i was hooked. There will never be another like him and he will be truly missed. My love goes out to his wife terri and children Bindi sue and Bob. From the Mckaig family xx
just an up date, as i watched the news here in houston. i heard that steve put in his will that if anything ever happened to him on film and he passed that he wanted the the film aired . i could not help but think at that time this is a man wo loved his work and educating others so much that he wanted us to learn about the animals he graced our airwaves with even if it meant showing us the one that killed him. i cant help but admire his will to educate people about the animals that they share the planet with. my heart gose out to terri bindi and bob for though we have lost an amazing educater and entertainer they have lost a loving father and husband. while in time we may forget about steve though we don want that day to come bob bindi and terry will have to live with his absence for ever more. it is my frevrent hope that bob and bindi see their father as a hero who fought ignorance and for the understanding for animals with the worst reputations wolf angelis alvin texas
My deepest sympthy to the Irwin family! I have been watching Steve since I can remember. What that man has done for animals will never be forgotten human and animal alike. Everytime I see Steve's memorium on animal planet I get a tear in my eye. Steve is going to be sorely missed. Animal Planet will never be the same. Terri, Bindi and Bob keep the Steve legacy alive!
Dear Teri, I have never been touched enough by any "celebrity" passing to fight this computer to send my condolences. However Steve isn't just any old celebrity, he was and is one of Gods brightest Stars. Not because he had his own T.V. show (witch is the best thing on TV.) And not even because he was so passionate about his animals. The thing that made him the brightest STAR was the love that showed though every show for You, your children, his dad, his sister, Wes & the rest of your family at the zoo. The world needs more GREAT men like Steve, the world is a better place for him having lived on it. Every one is talking about the great legacy that he is leaving behind, and in a way they are right, but the greatest legacy that he leaves behind is the love of family and friends that will NEVER be forgotten. I am so sorry for your loss, as a wife whose best "mate" is also her husband I can't even begin to wrap my heart around the pain you must be feeling. I pray that you find some comfort in all of the love and prayers that the world is sending to you and your family. I have been taught that for every thing there is a season, and although Steve’s season in the sun was cut so short, none has ever shown as bright, and I pray as you face your time to mourn that God blesses you and keeps you and your family safe in his loving arms. I Guess God needed some one to watch out for all of the animals in heaven, and only the BEST would do. If it wasn't for Steve I would have never noticed how pretty Crocks were.
STEVE- I may have never been fortunate enough to meet you, but I consider you one of the 4 greatest men I know, My Dad, My Paw Pa, my husband and you. I thank you for sharing the passion you had for your Crocs and for life it’s self. May the world follow your example.
With Love, Respect and Prayers, Shelley Broussard 6 CR 5153 Bloomfield, New Mexico - USA
My family and I wish to send our condolences to Terri and the children and friends and family of Steve. We are still having a hard time believing that he is gone. We have watched the Crocodile Hunter for many years now on Animal Planet and felt as though Steve and his family were a part of our family. We even got several of our family members interested in watching the show and we all loved Steve. I know these are only words and they can't bring him back but we wanted his family and friends to know that he was a part of our lives and he will be missed greatly. I know that his conservation message will live on in his family and friends and anyone who ever had the pleasure of watching any of his tv shows. He will be missed by all.
TO TERRI, BINDI, AND BOB, words cannot express my deepest sorrow for the loss of Steve. I feel like I've lost a family memeber myself. I've been watching him for a long time and just can't believe he is gone. This is such an untimely tragedy!! I only wish that I could have had the chance to come to your zoo and meet him in person as well as the rest of his family and staff at the Australia Zoo. I feel as though I know all of you from watching the show for so long.
May God bless you Terri, Bindi, and little Bob for what you must be going through. I pray that you will find the strength needed to endure Steve's passing. Steve was enormously loved by the whole world and will be greatly missed! He really and truly did make the world a better place and I know that his spirit will be with you always. I'm sure that he would not want everyone to be sad for him, but to know that he is in a better place and he left this world doing what he loved so much!! I will never forget him.
With my deepest, deepest sympathy, Nancy Hallenbeck, Las Vegas, NV
Terri, Bindi, Bob, and all of Steve's family and friends I am so sorry for your loss. Steve was a great man and a hero to all. He taught us to love and respect all wildlife. Steve will live on in all whos lives he had touched. You all are in my prayers. Steve we love you and miss you. Sincerely, Charles Spitzer
To Terry, Bindi and Bob so sorry for your tradgic loss may Steve rest in peace, he loved by all my family and will be deeply missed. God bless Sarah and family
Miss Terry, We feel you and Steve were apart of our family. Watching you both for years, seeing your children grow up. We are so upset at this loss. Please know we are praying for you and your family. I can not imagine.... Thinking of you, The Gabriel Family Oregon, OH
I don't really know what to write. I was not a daily watcher of Steve's show but I loved the man for what he stood for and his incomparable enthusiasm for wildlife. Steve's spirit was so unique and infectious that no matter who you were or what kind of day you were having, if you saw him, you smiled. The world is a little darker without his spirit gracing it, but hopefully his message of animal conservation will continue, and may his family find peace in time. My absolute sincere condolences to the Irwin family, he was a great man and will be sorely missed. My family and friends are all deeply saddened by this news, and it made a great point clear to me - here was a man that no matter who you were, or from what country, this was a man that everyone liked, respected, and admired. RIP Crocodile Hunter, there will never be another one like you...
Lament deeply the lost of Steve, for my that I cannot still understand that the no longer this, is a lost one irreparable for everybody, the one which this full with people that take an empty and superficial life without contributing anything.
From the city of Mexico I want to express my but you are honest condolences and external my personal lament for this lamentable event, I will lift my prayers to Steve's memory and for the peace for their family (Terry and children, my family and I are with you)
Such a great man has been lost! To Terri, Bindi and Bob, your loss is so personal and yet look at the outpouring of well wishes, prayers and support from a world that felt touched by Steve. Steve's wish was to take us on an enthusiastic, fun and inpiring journey through nature in the hope that we would all make our own effort to care about the creatures that dwell as near as our own back yards. How better to honor his memory, than to continue Steve's mission of caring for and educating ourselves about the creatures that share the planet with us, many of which face extiction. Because of you Steve, I continue to take an interest in wildlife and I thank you for touching me and leaving an impression that will last.
Our deepest heartfelt sympathies to Terri, Bandi, Bob, Steve's family, friends and staff. From the USA, our tears fall along with yours and our prayers go to heaven with Steve. Keep looking up and holding on to the memories of a great man. God bless you all...the world has felt such a loss.
I was extremly shocked when i heard the tragic news of Steve Irwin's death. It didn't hit me until today that he is really gone. I have been a fan and big supporter of Steve (& Terri) and what they have taught me about aninmals and conservation. I give my most sincere condolences to Terri, Bindi Sue and Bob! It hurts me soo much to think of what his family & friends are going thru. I am so sorry for your loss. May God give the Irwin family the solice they need to endure this tragidy. Sincerely, Nancy Lauderdale
Dear Irwin family, I would like to pay my deepest respect and sympathy for the loss of Steve. I've visited the zoo six years ago and was very impressed by the beauty and love I found there. We didn't just lose a great man, the planet lost a great warrior. Terri, I hope you can find the strength to raise Bindi en Bob jr with the love and passion you've always shown, and continue some of the great work steve was doing, but don't forget to think of yourself, try to enjoy your kids as much as you can!
As I sit here in Kansas at 2:30 in the morning, I am crying. I am crying for a family who has suddenly and tragically lost a husband, father, son. I am crying for the loss of a great conservationist and a man able to touch the lives of so many with a smile and enthusiasm that no other has had. I have only known Mr. Irwin and his family through TV, but like so many others, I felt a closeness due to his ability to expose his true and raw emotions. I am crying with the world and wish only comfort for his family and friends. We will miss you! Manhattan, KS
