With a simple "Gday mate" he made us feel special. He will live in our hearts forever.
Pete Shaughnessy, 52, Ontario, Canada
4:03am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
Steve Irwin was a true hero.. My condolences to the family.
Ann Moeller, 36, Denmark
2:41am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
i love your shows
i will not forget you!!!!!
Ariel, 10, singapore
2:41am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
Dear Terri, Bindi, little Robert (Bob-Bob), Mr. Bob Irwin, Mr. Stainton, Wes and everyone at Australia Zoo, each time I think about him being gone or I log onto Australia Zoo to read more about Steve and his relationship with you all, I can't help but to cry because then I begin to think of how you all feel and I can't help but cry even more for you all.
I thought highly (and always will) of Steve and loved watching him on the television, to me he was so much more than just a man on television moving crocodiles from one pen to another...he was a man who knew these animals inside and out and adored them dearly. He made me think of crocodiles and other predators in a whole new light (Yes, even those I'm most feared of... Sharks!) and I will forever feel indebted to him and the rest of you for that. Thank you for bringing the idea that predators aren't always out to eat people, they're just doing what they have to do to survive too.
Even though I never got the chance to meet Steve in person, I feel in a way that I also lost a member of my family in some way. Please don't think I'm saying that lightly for I mean it with my whole heart. He will be greatly missed and you all are in my prayers. God Bless, Laura Rhoten
Laura Rhoten, 34, Utah, USA
2:34am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
I still can't believe Steve Irwin is actually gone from this world. He was a one of a kind extraordinary human being. I have two boys that just turned 14 and 12 and they've been watching Steve Irwin on t.v. since they were small. He was their favorite person to watch on t.v. They loved the Crocodile Hunter. He is going to be so missed by so many people. My husband and I enjoyed watching him too. I remember when my sons picked out Crocodile Hunter Valentines to pass out on Valentine's Day and one of my sons still has his Crocodile Hunter lunch box. My oldest son dressed up in a Crocodile Hunter outfit with a snake when he was 9 on Halloween. They really loved and admired Steve Irwin for the knowledge he gave so many kids about wildlife and for his bravery around crocodiles. I have a baby too and she'll enjoy watching Steve Irwin's shows on Animal Planet too when she gets older. May Steve Irwin rest in peace and his spirit live forever up in heaven.
Holly, 36, USA
2:27am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
R.I:P steve Irwin may you legacy live on in all our hearts for ever :)
Emil, 18, Denmark
1:58am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
Terri and Family: I can only relate to your loss by the way I am feeling as a fan. I don't pretend to kow what you are going through. I do want to extend my condolenses to you and your family for the loss of Steve and all that he represented to you and to all of us in the animal kingdom and the kingdom of man. He touched me and my family in a way that can not be duplicated and we are forever grateful to him as well as to you and your family in your willingness to share him and your knowledge with us. We are deeply saddened by the loss of Steve and feel that only you and your children Terri can help with our loss by continuing Steve's message to the world. Love, education, tolerance, and position in the world. Please accept my husband Daniel and I's condolenses for your loss as well as I feel is our loss as well. I hope that you and Steve's closest friend continue his work on his behave. To Steve's father, " you raised a wonderful son and even though you have out lived him, we hope you will continue to bring forth to the public his wishes. I am so sorry for your loss. I too feel a loss.
Michele and Daniel Layne, 52,
12:54am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
oh my god!we have the same name ,I have alive
steve, 32, new york
12:45am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
When I heard about Steve,being a big fan for as long as I can remember him being "croc Hunter",I just couldn't help crying...and crying...and crying...I want to wish his family and friends my deepest warmest sympathies.As well to all his fans.I know it hurts to think about it,and I know alot of his fans must feel the same way I do,I couldn't have been the only fan to cry.
Tanya C, 22, Quebec Canada
12:21am on Thursday the 14th of September, 2006
I have always supported Steve and his aspirations.
Some of your fellow Australians might have called you a crude example of Australian but you were just being yourself and come on! who will wear a suit to catch crocodile?? When my mum told me that you were dead, i totally couldn't believe it. Been planning to visit Australia Zoo next year and catch a glimpse of you. Now i am too late.
To Terri, Bindi, Bob and Bob Sr, i know no matter how many condolences were offered to you, it still couldn't fill in the hole left in your hearts by Steve's death. But be strong and carry on Steve's work for him.
I do hope that for the public memorial, you all would allow it to be televised as there are people like me who lived overseas that will want to pay their respects and yet couldn't come.
Celeste Poh, Singapore
11:10pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Dear Terri, Bindi, Bob, Mr. Irwin, close loved ones of Steve, my deepest condolences don't seem to be enough. I have been thinking of you all every day and wondering how you are going to survive this shocking tragedy. Steve inspired me to appreciate animals that I considered rather unlovable before witnessing his passion to save them. Terri is an inspiration to me as a woman, a wife, a mother, and a wildlife biologist. I pray we will one day see her able to go on with her and Steve's incredible work in wildlife conservation, public education, and helping us all to see the beauty in even the most frightening creatures. What a shocking, tragic loss for the entire world. Peace to you, Steve, and thank you for changing so many lives, human and animal. Thank you with all of my heart. Much love to Terri. Hang in there, we all love you and are praying for you and your babies.
Steve truly led an incredible life.
Susan Angelsky, 31, New Jersey
10:58pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Thank God for Steve Irwin! There arrent enough people left on earth like the Irwin family and we are all blessed to have been invited into the crok hunter's like...Tireless crousader, wild outback, up a tree, under water fearless natural man,completely devoted human being. Thank god for his message and double thanks for the legacy of your "FAMILY." Between Terri, Bindi, the Bobs, and Wess and the gang, the natural world has a relentlous conservation army. Steve Irwin going home, has left a small whole in a large number of people; maby we can fill in with Love for Animals and the natural world. I hope Steve getts to run arround and chase things wherever he is...Peace to you Irwin family; you have many many supporters. God Bless you all. Lori
Lori Scarborough, 43, Scaramento, Ca.
10:57pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
I am so sorry, I did not believe this was true for several days, I thought i was dreaming and wanted mom and dad to wake me up. I am such an animal person, I pick up all animals, even black widows which we have a lot of. My Dad gets on me for this but I tell him the hospital has antivenum and it will be ok. I hope to be just like you one day and will never ever forget you. I have seen every show you have and watch them again when they come on. I have a pet snake, pet gecko, pet mouse, 4 dogs, 3 cats, a chicken, a duck, and a goat. I love them all, you tought me they are all gods creatures. My 4 dogs sleep in my bed every night. I had 12 ducks but the coyotes got them. Me my dad and mom stop the truck and get turtles out of the road so they will be safe. My Aunt Sue thinks we are crazy sometimes but she aint right sometimes. I hope to one day get to the zoo when mom and dad can afford it. Steve, i will see you one day and i can not wait to meet you. If i die today i will get to see you and talk to you about all my animals. i love you steve. God Bless you terri bindi and bob. I love you all also.
Kimo Smith-Salmon, 11, Lexington, VA
10:52pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Dear Irwin family: Our deepest condolences go to you from a family that admired and love your work. I can only hope I can be as good an enthusiast and lover of my family and work. I will honor Steve's memory by trying to be such a man. We hope to visit Australia Zoo and pay our respects someday soon. God bless.
Narmo, Laura, and Milagros Ortiz, 42, Cape Coral, Florida
10:45pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Terri, Bindi & Bob, Are hearts are so saddened by your lost, Take pride in the fact that your husband and father has made a huge impact on all our lives and we've all learned a great deal from him. Having said that, Here's a quote that a true friend of my father lives by and i think this fits Steve in every way possible.
Success does not come from setting records, accumulating wealth,establishing a business, or erecting a monument. PEOPLE are the name of the game. To have success you must build upon the immortal mind with LOVE: Without prejudice or Greed!
GODSPEED & RIP Steve
Mike & Brenda Burgess, Norwood, La.
10:35pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
It broke my heart to hear of Steve's untimely death. I cried for his beautiful family & his friends because of the pain they must be feeling. I've enjoyed Steve's special brand of education mixed with unbridled enthusiasm for probably a dozen years and it was never a dull moment. He lived a dangerous life but he was never reckless which is why this terrible tragedy is so hard to take. His lovely children are so young now, but one day they will know how brave their father was & how important he was in teaching millions about conservation and loving nature & all its creatures.
Be stong, Terri, Bindi & Bob. We are thinking of you.
Thanks, Steve. You will be greatly missed.
Tania & Gemma, 35, Calgary, Alberta, Canada
10:16pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Teri and family,know that my thoughts are with you at this time. I hope you will be able to continue on with Steve's work. I know that he was the heart of your family and that you will sorely miss him as will we all.
KATHRYN KARPPINEN, 55, Forest Grove, OR
10:09pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Steve will be sadly missed by all...Much love & prayers to all who loved him...Esp to Terri & their 2 beautiful children...We will keep you in our prayers...
judy poland, gorham, maine
9:23pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Our heartfelt love and prayers go out to Terri, and kids. To his father, and best friend. Also to the zoo crew, and the show crew, as they all acted like family. Steve will be sorely missed, I've never seen anyone love animals as much as he. I know what he has done for them will go on. I think its great his children will have all this awesome footage of their father!
DebiHIS, 46, Tennessee
9:12pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
I've watched Irwin since he first aired as the crocodile hunter. Like many others have already said, he was and is an inspiration to life... his energy and enthusiasm rubbed off on everyone. I am so thankful Steve shared so many beautiful moments of his life with us all, we not only saw the dedication he had for animals, but also his family. We thank the Irwin family and Steve's friends for sharing him with the world: a genuine spirit and a true angel.
And special thanks to Terri for being so strong for us all!
Much love to everyone! From Paula and her iguana(Guacamole).
LaIguana, 23, Washington State
8:41pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Steve, I am a new fan. I regret not getting into your show earlier. I've always loved and respected everything you have done for wildlife. It's a bloody shame that you had to leave us so soon. The world definatley needs more like you. But we all know your legacy will be continued through your wife and children. You will never be forgotten but we're going to miss you dearly mate. My prayers are with terri and the kids, your family, staff and your many fans.
Peace Steve-o!
Spencer, 20, Cottonport, Louisiana
8:38pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
I've tried to tell myself that it isn't tragic to die doing what you love. But, with Steve it still seems so tragic. One of the few people these days so truly genuine and passionate you can't help but like him. I recall getting a Tiger Salamander, who would snap at me when I fed him crickets. With a smirk, I'd tell my girls, "Aye, he's a grumpy one. Waterdog, ambush predator." A good parody, but also a real statement of how much his message took with us. My deepest sympathy, and shared grief for his loss.
Troy, 36, Olathe, Kansas
8:37pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
TERI SO SORRY ABOUT STEVE THE WORLD HAS LOST A GREAT PERSON AND TEACHER.
Dela Martin, 51, LANCASTER ,CA
8:31pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
my prays and heart goes 2 terri and kids family and staff he was a legand hero and teach people alot hope u continue with tv shows no one will be the some hopefully bindi and bob follows his footstep he is always watch over each and everyone i will miss him heaps there is alot of people that love him i wonder what he would be liking from janet
janet, 30, melbourne
8:22pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Steve truly was one of a kind. Seeing his dedication and enthusiam towards wildlife and life itself was truly an inspiration to me. I never met Steve, however, when I heard the news of his death I felt as if I lost a friend. Steve truly reached out to so many people and touched so many lives. It always gave me a sense of joy watching Steve. God Bless Steve and his family. You will be dearly missed mate.
Luke, 27, Plaucheville, La
8:21pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Thanks Steve-o for what you did for wildlife. I should say-for what you are doing. Your legacy lives in your wife, children, family and friends-and millions of people who watched your shows.
Your passion and energy is an inspiration to all who knew of you.
I eagerly await Terri, Bindi and Little Bob's future endeavors on behalf of Nature.
It will bring a tear to my eye to see Bindi diving onto a crocs back sometime on TV.
Steve-don't worry-Bindi and Bob and Terri will be wildlife ambassadors like most people cannot imagine-but I know it to be true.
Thanks for everything-the turtles, crocs, snakes, sharks and everything else are more secure because of you and your fellow humans learned something from you-to get involved with what you believe in and care for, and go for it 110% like a lizard drinkin'.
Peace Steve-o
Alan J. Bartels, 36, Nebraska
8:07pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
We are sorry about The Croc Hunter lost. We love him so much
God Bless You Always
Victor and Jaky, Los Angeles
7:52pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Dearest Terri, Bindy, little Bob, Big Bob - my heart is broken for your loss and I feel so empty. Never will there be another human on this planet like your Steve/Daddy/Son. Sweet Bindy and little Bob, what a legacy your daddy has left you, his love and passion for animals is beyond words, and his love for you both goes without saying. What a horrible loss for all wildlife and humanity. Tearfully I hope you heal soon. Linda
peterpan2121@earthlink.net, Mount Dora, FL
7:27pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
From the first time I saw "STEVE" I was like whoo hoo this is what the world needs. He was such a FIRE CRACKER!!!! Oh by the way my 3 yr old uses the word crocadile 10 times a day. So he sure made an impression on generations. He is a timeless hero. Terri is cool too.
SFC ZACHARYJ, 32, CLEVELAND OHIO
7:22pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
Terri you rule
Your loss is greater than ours and we can only be with you in spirt im sure it cant be enough ,he was the greatest man and the world lost something special. Heaven now has the world greatest zookeeper ever!
god bless you terri
Kimberly and Joshua Matanga
Kimberly Matanga, 40, texas
7:20pm on Wednesday the 13th of September, 2006
