I've watched you since I was about 3 yrs old. My dad and I would laugh out loud at your wild adventures. You were my first hero. I had dressed up like you on Halloween, gave away Steve Irwin Valentine cards, and I made my mom buy all your videos. I always wanted to go to the zoo to meet you and my gaol is to still go one day. when I started putting away my childhood toys, your action figure remained on my desk next to my computer. Because of you, I look at the world in utter respect. I can only hope to have the energy you had, and the love for wildlife you did. I hope you are now at peace with God and all His creation.
Jimmy, 14, California
9:30pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Steve, I loved you for your heartfelt care and treatment of the animals of the world. May you rest in peace! And I pray that God will be with your family through the painful and sad time. We will all mourn the loss of this wonderful man.
Joanne Haviland, 52, USA
9:20pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
It is pretty safe to say that Steve Irwin touched many lives--probably more than he could ever fathom. To his family, we send our condolences and the hope that your grief will be eased (if only a little) in knowing how much we thought of him as a fellow human being and animal activist.
The Dostie-Gray family, Idaho
Tammy Dostie-Gray, Twin Falls, Idaho
9:10pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
We had the privelage of visiting Bob seniors Reptile Park many years ago and then the honour of Australia Zoo. Our youngest son is an extreme with enviroment and wildlife so we all send our deepest thoughts to Terri, Bindi and little Bob and hope the good work continues.
Viv & Eric Vock, 55, Bilambil Hts NSW Australia
8:24pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
I am so sorry for your loss. We have mourned Steve just like he was one of our family members. My kids are heartbroke. I can't imagaine your pain, and am very sorry for your suffering. Your two children are wonderful and i'm sure give you the will to get out of bed everyday. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Hope, Wisconsin
8:14pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
I just wanted to say THANK YOU for sharing your lives with ours. My three young daughters and my husband and I loved to watch your family. Your family became a part of ours. The world may never know a better and funnier animal lover then your husband/daddy. He (you all) made us laugh as we became more aware of our surrounding animal world. Our prayers are with you and your extended family and friends. He will be missed.
Heather, Spokane, WA
5:12pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Dear Steven and Family,
I was still mourning the loss of my father, who passed away in September 2003, when I heard this shocking news. I cannot explain the intense sense of heartache and loss I, and my family, have been feeling ever since. We have followed the news and watched all of the tributes. To see the look on everyone's face at the memorial just broke our hearts and truly showed the intensity of this loss.
Dear Steven: Even though we did not know you personally, you have forever touched our lives.
To the family, you have our hearts and prayers and know that the world is mourning with you. The sense of pride you must feel in what Steven has accomplished in his short life cannot be measured, I am sure. We share that pride with you.
You were taken too soon, Mate. And,you have changed our lives forever.
With deepest sympathy,
Jim & Allison Swatts
Jim & Allison Swatts, California
5:07pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Dearest Terri,Bindi Sue & Bob, we have spent the last few days watching re-clips of past shows.How we laughed especially the one where the practical joke was played ,The one with the purchase of the camels. At the same time as it was so funny you felt the love he had for these animals.Thankyou for giving our home some of your lives,Please keep it going!!! God Bless You,And keep you safe.
Susan &Family, 37, Illinois,U.S
3:36pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Dear Terri, Bindi Sue & Bob,
I would like to express my deepest condolences for the recent passing of "The Crocodile Hunter" Steve Irwin on behalf of myself and the rest of the Pople family. Although I didn't know Steve directly, your programs showed such unique character, enjoyable viewing and provided our generation with a compassionate understanding of not only nature, but our interdependent relationship with nature.
On many occasions Steve made me cry with laughter! the way he used to just jump into swamps etc and catch crocs or something was so special, such enthusiasm and lust for what life had to offer is sadly without doubt a very rare quality. :)
I'm sure that the good works of Australia Zoo and the Irwin family shall be remembered with an Aussie-kinda smile through all of the world's communities, continue doing what it is you love doing. Such a professional and so obviously a genuine person, we were all fortunate to have spent some time with Steve, he changed the lives of so many of us, he will be greatly missed by Australia, it's people, it's animals and everyone else who knew Steve's spirit, his descent-outlook on life and his real-love for wildlife.
"Oh Crikey!...see ya later Crocodile Hunter and thanks for being there for the rest of us Steve, R.I.P mate. I'll leave you all with a quote from one Abraham Lincoln: "And in the end, it's not the years in your life that count. It's the life in your years." Pob lwc! (Best of luck).
Sincerely,
Kevin J. Pople
Kevin James Pople, 21, Bethesda, North Wales, UK
3:13pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
j ait ete vraiment attristé d apprendre le deces de steve irwin,j ait decouvert steve irwin il y a quelque annee lors de la diffusion de plusieurs emissions sur une chaine francaise,sa passion pour les animaux et pour son pays etait immense.je presente a sa famille et a ses amis mes sinceres condoleances. jacques rospert NICE(FRANCE)
jacques rospert, 34, nice(france)
1:53pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Steve brought the animal world to our doorstep. My prayers are with the family at this difficult time.Bindi was marvelous at the memorial, so composed. Terri you have wonderful children
Pat Cristiano, Prince Rupert, B.C. Canada
1:26pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
dear terri irwin, i am a twelve year old girl from ireland and i just wanted to say that i am so sorry. even from this far away i still loved the way you and steve looked after the animals and that i was touched by it. i hope that you will read this message because i want you to know. lots of love.
12 year old, Ireland
1:10pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Ich möchte mein Beileid der Familie Steve Irwins Kund tun.
Ich bewundere ihn für das, was er für den Tierschutz geleistet hat.
Sein Tod ist ein unsäglicher Verlust, über dessen Bedeutung man sich nie wirklich im Klaren sein wird.
Ich wünsche der Familie sehr viel Kraft und Gottes Segen, diese Schwere Zeit zu meistern.
Steve, wir werden dich vermissen.
Ich schließe mich an und sage: Rest in Peace
Jörg, 16, Germany
12:04pm on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
I have cried and grieved over the last few weeks and during that time I have wondered why? I have not lost a family member but in reality I have. Steve brought everyone who would let him into his world and into his family and for that we are all truly blessed. Having said that my grief is nothing like that of his family and close friends. I send my thoughts and prayers out to them. I know they will continue to do his work, his life's passion, and that will be the greatest way to honor his life. The life of a man who often did, and still does, hold the attention of the world. My son is among those people. He is 5 and still trying to understand what has happened, as we all are. I don't believe there will ever be a answer to the question why when a life is cut short. The one thing that can be answered is what Steve's legacy will be. Conservation, love of family and friends, entertainment and respect and acceptance. He lived it everyday in the zoo he built, the family he shared and the work he did. May we all remember his message.
Rest in Peace
Crikey!!!! isn't he a beauty!!!
Dana Sinclair, Indiana, USA
11:35am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
To Steve Irwin's Family:
My prayers and thoughts are for Terri, Bindi,Bob and his father, Bob, who Stephen left behind. Also for all those who were close to him and knew him well ... like a brother or sister.
My heart was also broken when I heard the news about his death ... I just couldn't believe what I had just heard. Not Steve ... by golly, he was like one of my own children (all three of my children are in their forties) so I considered Steve to be like one of my own. I loved his energy, enthusiasm and passion he had for each creature. I loved to hear him talk...his distinguished accent ... I can hear him now ... Ain't he a beauty or Isn't he beautiful ... His face would just light up whenever he was talking about them.
Today I thank the Lord, for the opportunity to have him come into our livingroom to show us and the world how to love these wild creatures.
Terri ... hold on to your memories ... they are a gift from God ... all those beatuiful memories and pictures ... how much he loved you and your precious little ones.
Terri, I pray that the Lord will comfort you and give peace to your heart and to your family ... this is my prayer for all of you.
(Mrs.) Noel Whent, 70, California
10:51am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
To the greatest man ever.
Hey there mate.
I'm realy going to mis you. You where my biggest idol ever. I realy enjoyed your shows, and the whey you taught me, and the rest of the world, alot about many, many cool animals. You where truely the greatest animal protector that has ever lived. When i heard about your accident i nearly started crying. My biggest whish had allways been to visit Australia Zoo, so i could see you handel a big crocodile or something. The only thing that makes me happy agian is the thourght that you died in the best way you could. Goodbye mate. I'll miss you. Take care of your self up there mate.
REST IN PEACE...
To Terri, Bendi and Robert.
When i heard the sadly news i nearly began to cry. Steve Irwin was my biggest idol ever. I think i've see most of his shows, that has been sent on Animal Planet. My biggest whish has allways been to visit Australia Zoo, so i could see Steve handel a huge crocodile. But now my biggest whish is to visit Australia Zoo, so i can see Steves lifework. The reson that i'm sendig this is that i will show my sympathy to you.
REST IN PEACE STEVE...
Tobias Pryning, 15, Copenhagen, Denmark
8:32am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
i am very sorry for your loss steve will be remembered throughout the world
laura linton, northern ireland
8:18am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Very sorry for your loss. He was a great man and he will never be forgotten. My 10 year old daughter just loved him...may God be with you and your family...always stay happy for Steve...We love you Steve and will miss you so much!
Starla Barnett, 32, Indianapolis, Indiana
6:58am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
To the Irwin Family,
I am so sorry for your loss.
Steve Irwin was such a special extraordinary man. He had the wonder and spirit of a child and quite simply he fought the good fight.
I wish you strength in continuing the brilliant work you did together.
Susanna, 42, Adelaide
6:58am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
i loved steve so much he was such a daredevil i cried for 3 hours when he die.i hope hes as amazing a man in heaven as he was down here.R.I.P STEVE
charly, 11, edinburgh
5:26am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Very sorry for your loss. He was a great man and he will never be forgotten.
Katja, 26, Slovenia
5:21am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
Lieve Terry,Bindi,Bob en Dath,filmploeg,collega's iedereen die met Steve heeft samen gewerkt.. Ik wil jullie condeleren met het grote verlies. Niemand kan zijn plaats vervangen in de wereld,hij zette zich in,in hart en nieren. Wat een lieve Vader en oppasser,beschermer van al het dieren soort wat op en in en boven de aarde leeft... Wij waren met ons gezin een enorme fan van hem,en keken altijd naar zijn stukken,al was het ook 30 maar herhaling het bleef ons boeien. Ik wens jullie heel veel kracht,liefde,warmte om dit in jullie leven te mogen verwerken en plaats te geven.Verschrikkelijk om iemand die je zo dierbaar te moeten missen. Maar het was zijn vak,dit is wat hij wilde,en moeten maar accepteren dat het zo is en dat het zijn wens was,dieren was zijn leven net als zijn gezin.. Heel veel sterkte voor nu en in jullie toekomst.. In gedachten zijn wij bij jullie in onze harten....Kussss frank en mieke en djorn bekhuis Almelo
Djorn Bekhuis, 9, Almelo ( Netherland/NL)
1:16am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
TO : IRWIN`S FAMILY .
SO SORRY ABOUT YOUR LOSS .
STEVE WAS A HAPPY ANIMAL LOVER AND A HERO TO THE WORLD .
STEVE IRWIN YOU WILL BE MISSED AND MAY YOU FAMILY CONTINUE THE WORK YOU STARTED OF CHANGING THE WORLD FOR EVER .
WE LOVE YOUR WORK .
charlotte, 31, DENMARK
1:12am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
In Gedenken an einen Wundervollen Menschen.
Es tut mir so leid was passiert ist .
Ich wünsche der Familie alles Gute und viel Kraft.
Steve war für uns ein wundervoller Mensch und er hat seine liebe zu Tieren an millionen Menschen weitergegeben.
Familie Wendel, 29, Germany
12:40am on Saturday the 23rd of September, 2006
You were my hero, and I will miss you every day. We're so sad that it happened, and we will miss you in every way possible. You were a good friend, and I love you. To Bindi, Bob, Terri, and Big Bob and Justin-now it's Bindi and Bob's show-we'll keep watching.Much love-
Ethan Chesnut, 8, Post Falls, Idaho
9:43pm on Friday the 22nd of September, 2006
Terri, Bindi, Bob, and all at the zoo,
Sorry, yesterday I posted and missed the 3 that was suppose to be before the 8.
I am praying for you and your soulmate. May you keep of spreading the education Steve and his family started so long ago.
Steve taught me so much and didn't even know me, I now fight to save the lives of animals.
Keep up the good work, and keep strong.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 38, Nehalem, Oregon USA
9:34pm on Friday the 22nd of September, 2006
This is my third message. Hope this one goes through. Steve Irwin will be The Croc Hunter to hundreds of generations. I am mourning right next to you all. My love & prayers go out to all of you-Terri, Bindi, Little Bob, Dad Bob, Wes and all at the Australia Zoo. pattstuart@aol.com
Patt Stuart, Flemington, NJ 08822
9:19pm on Friday the 22nd of September, 2006
You will be missed is RIGHT!! What an awesome man. You have left behind a legacy and I have and will continue to enjoy your program. I have since taped alot of your shows. You have made such a contribution and I know it will continue. May you be at peace with your family and your animals. Trsa
Tresa Green, 54, Houston, Texas
7:55pm on Friday the 22nd of September, 2006
Steve Erwin you were a great man and a hero to all and you have done alot to help save our environment and its are a great loss for all of us. but your leggacy will live on and i will always remember you
scott bidmead, 13, QLD Australia
7:22pm on Friday the 22nd of September, 2006
To Terri, Bindi and Bob, other family and friends,I didn't get the chance to meet Steve and have not yet visited Australia Zoo, but was deeply saddened by his sudden death, as was my 7 year old daughter Ashleigh. He will be greatly missed. He did change our world. My sincerest condolences.
julie, 30, gladstone
6:29pm on Friday the 22nd of September, 2006
