He touched a lot of lives. Though I never met him, he was a true warrior. My prayers go out to Terri and their children, and Steve's father.He was a joy to watch, we will miss his humor and care. God bless the family, There is a New Angel in heaven.
Rose Adcock, 46, Haubstadt, Indiana
12:26pm on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
i am really sorry a great man had to leave us so soon. i regret this had to happen he gave a voice to us the animal lovers. i will keep you in my prayers always.
vanessa benavides, 38, laredo texas
11:51am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
Steve Irwin was the first..when we moved into our house in 1992 i saw his program and instantly fell in love with his enthuisasm and love of his family...i must say i am still sad today, it just seems the world will never be the the same because he was so different..my thoughts and prayers go to his family and you just wait bindi is waiting in the wings..i caught her recently in the states on t.v. when the family was doing the national parks special..she was fantastic...and little bob...he's gorgeous! the same term steve would use from time to time..yes there are still wildlife pros on t.v. but i never felt vested in them as i did with steve irwin....thanks, patricia pierce
Patricia Pierce, 50,
11:17am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
Steve Irwin was an awesome man. He will truly be missed by both family and friends around the world. Steve, Thank You for all the fun and learning you have instilled in old and young alike all over the world. You will be sorely missed. Rest In Peace Mate!
Bobbie Zamora, 43, Denver,Co
10:41am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
i would like to pass on my condolences to terri and family,and like to say that steve was a great man one in a million,i cannot begin to say how much me and my family will miss him,please believe that we all loved him and he will live on in our hearts,i thought he was a top bloke and send everyone that knew steve all our love, god could not wait any longer,he wanted his angel back so remember gentle jesus up above give steve our love,god bless terri and her children may you be strong at this awful time.jamie and family,swansea wales.
jamie, 16, swansea
10:21am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
I have been teaching science for 37 years in the U.S. in the Catholic School system. My students,at St Daniel the Prophet School, have prayed for the family.We are sending a packet of cards and letters pledging to help conserve and carry on Steve Irwin's mission and legacy. The tears of these children will help overcome the fears of the youth who lost a true hero,friend, and lover of God's creatures(a modern day St Francis of Assisi.Our year will be dedicated to intense study combined with a renewed enthusiasm and excitement that Steve Irwin displayed. One 6th grade girl commented that she can imagine Steve approaching God amidst a Heaven of all God's creatures....crocs, snakes,lizards etc and then saying,wait Lord, I have to get my ol mate (st5ing ray) which is looking sad ans ashamed, but us told you are forgiven.Welcome home Steve will be the Lord's summons.
Frank, 59, Chicago
10:03am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
I have been teaching science for 37 years in the U.S. in the Catholic School system. My students,at St Daniel the Prophet School have prayedf for the family.We are sending a packet of cards and letters pledging to help conserve and carry on Steve Irwin's mission and legacty. The tears of these children will help overcome the fears of the youth who lost a true hero,friend, and lover of God's creatures(a modern day St Francis of Assisi.
Frank, 59, Chicago
9:57am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
My heart aches for your family and friends and the animals who will truely feel his absence.
He is with you always. I know God said to steve "Good job faithful servent." I cry with you. Thank you God for this very good man and father and husband. Thank you for sharing him with us and thank you for giving us the passion for animals too. God Bless and keep you.
Stephanie, 30, North Carolina
9:56am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
My condolences to the Family members & good friends of Steve
The world has lost a great conservationist. A person with great passions to conservation.
To Terri and children,stay strong, grow up well and continue steve's passion for wild life conservation.
With greatest love
Peiying, 23, Singapore
9:29am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
Dear Terri, Bindi Sue,and Bob,
My son grew up watching steve, there is never any words that can help ease the pain, but I can tell you that I am sure Steve would rather he die instead of you or his children ,I know loss on may 25 04 my little girls pass away she was only 12, her heart stop at school and I am loss without her she was my best friend my life, I can see fropm many show that I have seen that the love of steve family was most inportant the love shone bright for all to see and the pictures of you and Steve with Bindi Sue and Bob show how much you love each other for your kid's you will find strenght from within and Steve is still with you , I know my daughter Amber isn't never far from me even tho it is not the same we have to go on for your children I get up each day for my boy for they aslo lost her too and they need me to carry on , even tho it break my heart to ake up without my little, life goes on enen if it dosen't feel the same because ours heart are broken ,
Love Elizabeth
Elizabeth Vanwychen, Nova Scotia
9:01am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
My daughter was born the day before Bob and I can only imagine what it will be like for him to grow up without his father. Steve was an amazing man and I wish the best to his family and close network of friends.
Erin Leo, 29, Canada
8:24am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
Such a tremendous loss to all who loved and protected animals. I will miss his shows. I am so sad and will pray for his family and friends. So sorry!!!!!!!!
J Therrien, 59, Florida
7:57am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
I am so honored to know that my 15 year old daughter, who passed away on September 9, 2002, now shares Heaven with her hero. Steve brought excitement and knowledge of animals into her young life. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Tammy Hatchell-Wright, 39, Lancaster, sc
7:50am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
My condolences to Steve Irwings family and friends - and to the rest of the world.
Carina, 16, Norway
7:19am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
Every human being should strive to live and love life the way Steve did. Like a diamond in the ruff, love for life glowed about this man. He showed the world that one's life work can be the joy of his/her life, can touch the lives of millions, and can raise the consciousness of humanity.
Perhaps no one dies a minute before he/she is supposed to, and no one lives a minute longer than he/she is supposed to - so Steve's passing is a message to the world to love deeply, laugh often, and have really good time every breathing moment.
No one is ever truly gone as long as he/she is remembered by even one person.
To all who knew and loved Steve, there will never be another man like him, but we can all create some really good energy in the world by striving to live more like him.
Blessings and Light...
Kari Runestieg, 51, Ashtabula, Ohio, USA
6:52am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
Legend. Will be missed greatly.
Greg, 19, England
5:37am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
to Terry Bindi Bob and all his family we are absolutely destroyed by Steve's death. I run the Noosa RSPCA and we will miss the fantastic work that he has done our thought go to you Terry kind regards Nicole and her staff
nicole cleary, 41, noosa queensland
5:09am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
For the man with the most beautiful smile which lit up the world. My hero and inspiration. Steve lives on in every one of gods creatures and in the hearts of everyone who loved him. Forever will there be a place in my heart for him.
I will carry on with your conservation goal with every one who cared. Togerther we will run forwards with the baton which is conservation and by heck stevo we will make you proud. Whenever i watch the crocodile hunter, See an animal in need or listen to John Williams True Blue i see you. Your favourite song because you know something you are a true blue fair dinkum aussie bloke.
I love you soo much but never had the chance to tell you how great you were. I know you will look out for your family from heaven but we on earth will help them too.
Until we meet in heaven my beautiful brave wildlife warrior xxooxxooxxooxxoo all my love, sleep well
lucy, 16, england
4:14am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
I'm in schock... Never to see you again. Hope Animal Planet will keep showing you in the year to come.
I feel so sorry for the family...
Gitte, 45, Denmark
3:14am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
I will never forget when Steve would call a big croc"a very naughty boy"or a deadly snake"grumpy" The world has lost a great human being and I just wanted to send my deepest sympahies to Steve's family and friends. He will be remembered and missed.
Vicki, 52, Diamond Bar,Ca
2:35am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
The world has lost a rare gem! Steve(and Terri) made learning about dangerous creatures so fun and interesting. He definitely helped me get over my fear of reptiles so I could watch them on tv without having nightmares! He had a way of sharing his genuine passion for wildlife and conservation that it made everyone all the better for watching it. Nobody has done as much for the conservation of wildlife than Steve did. God bless Steve! I will keep Terri, kids and whole Irwin family in my thoughts and prayers.
Joy C, 38, Kaukauna WI
12:06am on Saturday the 16th of September, 2006
We have lost a great man. He is my son's hero his mentor is what my son calls him. Because of Steve he wants to be a wildlife conservationist as well to follow in his footsteps. What a great role model Steve has been. My son is the same age as Bindi and although he grieved unconsolably for days by Steve's untimely passing he is more upset and worried about Terri,Bindi and baby Bob. He wanted me to wish the Irwin family his deepest sympathies and to say he loves each and every one of you because you are all a part of his hero and you stood behind him. God Bless you all.*Steve hold your mum tight mate, give Sui a big belly scratch and we will all see you again someday*
Tinna Couch, 38, South Carolina USA
11:49pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
The world has lost a great man and conservationist. His spirit shall forver be remembered. Steve touched many people's lives (as well as animals) and he will be sorely missed. My children, ages 9 and 7, have watched all of the Croc Hunter shows as well as the Crocodile Hunter movie. They learned to respect animals through Steve and Terri's efforts. I know this is an extremely difficult time for the Irwin family (immediate and extended), but I hope that you are able to carry on in his name, and I hope that the pain you feel now will lessen dramatically in time. Our family will never forget him, as his impact was tremendous. Terri, Bindi, Bob and Bob(Steve's Dad)....know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. We feel as though we have lost a family member ourselves, and we will never ever forget him...Steve Irwin......one of the greatest men to ever have walked our planet. Rest easy croc hunter.....peace be with you
Stacey Whitmer, 35, Port Orchard, WA
11:35pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
I remember when i would come home from school and check on animal planet to see if he was on and when he was i always loved watching him.. he was so funny.. we will miss u steve and to know u r in the best place makes me relieved.. rip to u
Brady B., 12, Milwaukee, WI U.S.A
11:09pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
steve irwin:he was my hero i always looked up to steve irwin,his death is something i will never forget he meant alot to me animals,reptiles are my life my passion and to see someone take what you love and make it so gorgeous means alot and i will always remember my hero steve irwin who wasnt afraid of anything and someone who could wrestle crocs,chase snakes(venomous)and get bit by alot of things is a true hero someone who did something with what they absolutely love and make it this far is truely amazing and normally after the death i would hate stingray's but thats not what steve would've said,he would've said "by crikey"lol i love him and felt like i knew him and he'll live in my heart forever and his family....
amanda, 19, fall river,mass
10:30pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
My daughters grew up with you on our TV back in Australia and when we moved to California they couldn't believe their luck when they found you on TV and realised you were a bigger name here than back home. They still watch your show on Animal Planet and will continue to do with a smile as long as they continue televising it. Our prayers are with the family and my girls believe he is in a special place looking after all our pets that are in pet heaven and that makes them feel happy. Thank you for putting smiles on all our faces.
Sue, 46, California, USA
10:29pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
What can I say? He's probably the greatest wildlife conservationist I have ever seen in my life. I had a plan, in 10 years or so, I would go to Australia Zoo, find Steve, stop whatever he's doing, and beg for a job at his legendary zoo. Any jobs he offers me, I'll take it!! So long it involves helping him. But now, he's passed on, into a better place, but for all of us who are still living: let us continue his work. Let us make sure no more species be endangered. Let us all make Steve's spirit proud. Let us all continue his legacy. Because someday, I want Steve to be reborn, in another aeon of time, to be in a world where the words animal extinction does not exist. Your death will not be in vain, Steve. We all miss you very much.
Philip Lie, 16, New Zealand
10:10pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
You will be Missed Steve, I hope you have a new job already in Haven. Our prayers for Terri and the kids. God bless you all.
Gonzalo Guzman And Family, 53, Adelaide
9:07pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
It is such a shame that someone so enthusiastic about life and everything in it to be taken so early.
Steve will be very missed, and I pray for his family, especially those precious children children.
Annette Ferrell, 63, Quincy,Fl
8:48pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
Steve you will be missed. My family and friends will continue to pray for Terri and the whole Irwin family. May Steves cause continue on.
Cheryl, 38, Oregon Coast
8:38pm on Friday the 15th of September, 2006
