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Irwin's memorial service to draw thousands
Sunday Sept 10
'Crocodile Hunter' Steve Irwin's private family funeral took place Saturday, September 9 around 2pm an Irwin family friend has confirmed.
The service took place at the Caloundra Gregson and Weight funeral home chapel and crematorium.
"Yesterday's service was a service for family and good friends, people who were close to Steve in recent years. "The council gave the family permission to bury Steve at the zoo and we think they're going to erect a monument there so visitors can continue to pay their respects." the friend told the Sunday Mail.
"Because of the tremendous public sympathy and support, we have decided to hold a full memorial service within the next two weeks at a suitable venue yet to be decided." Bob Irwin said.
Outside Australia Zoo Mr Irwin wandered around the grounds looking at the tributes left by the many people who have been steadily coming in every day to pay their respects to his son, their hero Steve Irwin.
“You’ve seen what it’s been like here,” Stainton, Steve Irwin's friend said at Australia Zoo as he pointed to the thousands of floral arrangements and other tributes.
“It could really be anywhere between 5,000 and 50,000.”
The only place large enough to hold thousands of Steve Irwins fans is Suncorp Stadium in  Brisbane, with a 52,500-seat capacity. The memorial is expected to be held within two weeks.
Stainton said the public memorial service, could feature John Williams, as he was one of Steve's favourite Australian performers. He was particularly fond of one of his songs "True Blue". Williams has also performed at Australia Zoo before.
Because of Steve's immense popularity. His fans have the need to mourn his death, pay their last respects and say goodbye.
The Queensland Premier Mr Peter Beattie has said that the Queensland government will be acknowledging Steve Irwin's contribution to Queenland with a permanent memorial, perhaps naming a national park after him.
An emotional poem addressed to 'Stevo'
No state funeral for Irwin
Thursday Sept 7
Steve Irwin's father Mr Bob Irwin told a packed news conference at Australia Zoo that the offer of a state funeral would be refused.
"The state funeral would be refused because he is an ordinary guy, he is just an ordinary bloke and he wants to be remembered as an ordinary bloke," Mr Irwin said.
Bob Irwin was very emotional. He thanked Australians for their support the family has received.
"It's extremely hard for Terri and the children. The thing I'd like to say is, I'd like to thank all the people for the wonderful tributes that have come in. It's absolutely amazing."
He was accompanied by Steve's business manager and friend, John Stainton.
Mr Irwin confirmed the family had made no plans yet for a funeral, the final decision rests with Steve's wife, Terri.
People continue to offer their condolences by placing cards
flowers, messages and an increasing number of khaki shirts.
Mr Irwin said Terri was "holding up very well considering. She's extremely concerned for her children".
He asked that the media give them "a little bit of a break for the children's sake".
As for what he was doing when he received the news of Steve's untimely death at 44, he said: "This may sound really really weird but at the moment I heard the news I was about to bury a cow that died calving."
"Steve and I weren't like father and son, we never were. We were good mates," he said.
"I'll remember Steve as my best mate ever," he said.
He talked about the many adventures they had together. "Steve knew the risks of the type of work he was doing and he wouldn't have wanted it any other way,"
"Both of us over the years had some very close shaves and we both approached it the same way in that we made jokes of it. That's not to say we were careless but we treated it like it was just part of the job, nothing to worry about really. He said.
Steve Irwin's body flown from Cairns
Wednesday Sept 6.
The body of Steve Irwin was flown to the Sunshine Coast Hinterland from Cairns last night. Close friend John Stainton was accompanying the casket.
Funeral arrangements to farewell Steve Irwin are expected to be finalised soon.
Premier of Queensland Mr Peter Beattie has offered a state funeral and said the Irwin family was expected to decide today whether or not they would accept the offer.
"It is important that we talk to his family. They are grieving. It would be quite wrong to do anything other than discuss this with their family over the next few days, and we do not intend to rush this at all." Mr Beattie said.
"I haven't thought about and I don't know how they would react to it but I feel that when you're in a public place like he was, that people do need to be able to share some closure," "I think it probably would be fitting but it's up to Terri." Mr Stainton said.
“My office has been swamped by Queenslanders wanting to know what we are going to do (to honour him). We will make sure there is some form of national recognition," Mr Beattie said.
Busloads of visitors from across the globe, local residents and school kids are arriving at Australia Zoo to pay tribute to the Crocodile Hunter.
Michael Hornby, Zoo spokesman told reporters that the staff are coming to terms with the loss.
"It'll be impacting us for many, many weeks, months, maybe even years," he said.
Steve Irwin is dead
Monday Sept 4.
Austraila's ambassador for our wildlife has died suddenly from injuries sustained Monday from a stingray barb to the heart while diving. Steve, also kwown around the world as 'Crocodile Hunter' was filming "Ocean's Deadliest" for his daughter Bindi's new TV series at the time of the accident around 11am AEST on Batt Reef, Port Douglas north of Cairns.
"He came on top of the stingray and the stingray's barb went up and into his chest and put a hole into his heart," his friend and colleague John Stainton said.
A Queensland Rescue helicopter crew, including a doctor and paramedic was flown in to try and revive him. CPR was administered during the rush to meet the helicopter at nearby Low Isle but to no avail and he was pronounced dead soon after arriving.
"The world has lost a great wildlife icon, a passionate conservationist and one of the proudest dads on the planet," Stainton told reporters in Cairns. "He died doing what he loved best and left this world in a happy and peaceful state of mind. He would have said, 'Crocs Rule!" Stainton said as he wiped tears from his eyes.
He is survived by his wife Terri and two children Bob and Bindy. Terri was in Tasmania trekking Craddle Mountain at the time of the accident.
Steve Irwin and his family ran Australia Zoo north of Brisbane where flowers and condolences are pouring in.
He was a true blue Aussie icon and wildlife conservationist who donated money earned from his documentaries watched in 130 countries around the world to help injured wildlife. He shared with audiences his unique way of interacting with nature's creatures.
A sad loss and a shock to all Australians and the countless people around the world who loved him.
Stingray Attacks
Tuesday Sept 5
Michael Angel-Dzubiel- CCN Reporter
The stingray is usually non-aggressive, but is capable of inflicting injuries if threatened.
Treading on the dorsal surface by mistake or swimming too close above a ray can result in a reflex upward and forward swing of the tail.
The injuries can be either a sword like lacerations or penetrating injuries with the serrated spine.
Serious injury can either be from the physical trauma of a vital body part, from the venom of the spine or both.
Local venom effects are usually more dangerous in stab injuries, but if the barb pierces a vital organ or structure injuries may be more dangerous than the venom effects.
Penetrating cardiac injuries have generally been fatal. In 1938, an adult woman died after a stab wound to the heart by a stingray. The autopsy showed that the ventricles had been completely transfixed by the barb.
An Australian soldier died in 1945 after a stab wound to the heart while swimming in seawater baths near Melbourne, Victoria.
A Prawn Fisherman also died after bieng stabbed in the chest off the Queensland coast while wrestling the animal off the sorting tray in 1990.
Being an ex fisherman in the prawn, scallop and tuna industries across Australia, I have had my share of toxins inflicted by many marine creatures including Bullroutes, Stonefish, Catfish and "Happy Moments" (a paradoxical nickname).
These creatures fall under the pain infliction as defence mechanisms category.
While fishing I handled a great many different species of stingray all shapes and sizes, one particular breed was extremely aggressive and would attempt to thrust it's barbs (some have more than one) into you. I suspect this is the one Steve Irwin so unfortunatley crossed. Usually about 1 metre wingspan, black on top with smooth slimy skin and a distinctive flap of skin extending along the tail about 5cm in width.
Unlike neuro toxins found in snake venom which effectively stops the heart, as far as I know a stingray's barb harbours all sorts of nasty biological bugs derived over millions of years of evolution that cause severe pain and swelling much the same as the fish mentioned above(except for the Stonefish which has a sack of poison at the tip of each dorsal spine).
If Steve had left the barb in maybe he would have survived. I'm not a medical person but my thoughts are if left in it would have effectively plugged the hole and removing it, though a natural instinct may have lead to his death.
Your thoughts
Condolecences received will be passed onto the Irwin family.
comment@cairnsnewspapers.com.au
To The Wonderful People of Australia,
I am deeply sadden by our loss of Steve Irwin. He was a major reason behind my decision to visit your wonderful country. I was in Australia during Holiday 2004. I enjoyed my visit to The Australia Zoo in Beerwah and my stay in The City of Cairns. I made these places my primary destinations during my visit, because of watching "The Crocodile Hunter" on the Discovery Channel. It was the best vacation I have ever had and I will be back! To me, this just does not seem real. To any American you ask, his name always comes up when anyone speaks of Australia. Steve Irwin is to wildlife preservation as? Elvis Presley is to Rock and Roll! He is and will forever be, a true immortal icon as Australia's very own "King of the Wild!" Steve knew the risks and enjoyed every moment of his life. I believe he enjoyed it right to the very end. His contribution to wildlife conservation and education will never be forgotten and will benefit Australia and many other regions of the world, for many years to come. My deepest sympathy and condolences go out to the Irwin family, The City of Cairns, and all the great people of Australia. My heart goes out to all of you.
Sincerely,
Bret Maverick, Mesa, Arizona USA
What a sad sad day for not just everyone in Australia but all over the
world. My son Colm is in Cairns at the moment and sent me a message early
this morning of the news. I was a great fan of steve,s i thought he was
wonderful. It feels like i have lost a friend. My sincere sympathy goes out
to all his family, they will be in my thoughts and prayers today.
Breidge mc
Ateer. Northern Ireland.
Hi All,
Sad news has hit us to here in the UK. Being a great follower of Steve. He amazed us with his way of teaching everybody about your wonderful country. Having visited Cairns we are stunned by the beauty of the area.
He will be sadly missd here as well.
Jonathan Abbott
Grange Farm, Oxfordshire,UK
Cant not believe what has happened to him,he was a great guy who loved doing what he did best and that was being outdoors exploring different kinds af animals and also takeing time out to learn us something new about theses animals he will be sorley missed by many people in wales and every where in the world.
Enfysm, Wales UK
Crikey!
What a sad loss for Australia and the world of nature. I know what the Aussie's thought of Steve and he certainly was highly regarded outside of Oz.
What a sad loss.
Geo.(a very sad scotsman)
I am deeply saddened and shocked to learn of the tragic loss of a man who was bigger than life. I live in a town in the middle of the United States, far from any ocean, and greatly loved watching the “Crocodile Hunter” on T.V. Steve’s love for what he was doing, and for the animals, was evident in his enthusiastic and passionate actions. His travels to other regions of the world to try and help other animals in distress, and to educate others, was always something I admired about him.
He will be greatly missed by this land-locked, but sea-loving person way up North in the United States. My condolences to the friends, co-workers and family at the Australia Zoo and to his wife and children all of whom he so obviously deeply, deeply loved. And to the animals, Steve can’t be replaced, but you will be cared for and loved by the many other staff and family around the world, thanks to Steve’s drive to see that you are cared for. God Bless you all during this time of extreme sadness.
Becky T. Fort Wayne, Indiana. United States of America
hi it is up setting i watched his programme croc files. he was a great man.
Sarah Taylor UK
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On behalf of my husband and myself, please accept our most heartfelt condolences. Having watched Steve Irwin for all these years it seems unreal that he has left us all. His legacy is staggering and may his spirit of conservation live on.
Rest in peace Steve.
Mr. and Mrs. Roy Beach, Georgia, USA
We are so incredibly sorry for the loss of Steve Irwin. He has been able to allow people to feel as if they were a part of his work and his world. He will be sorely missed by our family.
Ingrid McCue
I was very shocked to receive this sad news upon waking up this morning. My family and I live a quiet, uneventful life in the small backwoods region of Wilkesboro, North Carolina in the United States and Watching many of Steve Irwins shows were a means for us to have some form of escape from daily life.
My 4 children all laughed and loved him. My husband and I had admiration for a man that was hell bent on showing the world many animals, large and small, that most of us will never see in our lifetimes.
Croc Hunter......a man that will be greatly missed and leaves behind a legacy of knowledge and research. Our condolences go to Terri, Bindi, Bob and all of the members of the Australia Zoo that Steve called home.
Kenneth and Connie Nunnery and family
Deepest condolences to the family of Steve Irwin. I grew up in Brisbane and still have photos of me with the Koalas and huge python when Steves Dad first opened the original sanctury. I now live in Idaho USA, (Near Terries home state) and have followed his great pursuit of showing the animal world through his eyes, stay strong, be blessed know that we care.
sincerely
Carole Curtis Mountain Home Idaho
As a teacher of second grade students in Florida, USA, I often entertain and bring stories of Austraila alive to my students using an impersonation of the, "Crocodile Hunter". There is not a single child, whether from the ghettos or living in the homes along the beach who does not beam with joy upon thinking about the Crocodile Hunter. I know that Steve has erased ignorance for wildlife and the environment on a level that is still being measured. I know that his children and family will find peace, pride and happiness in the great life he lived. I am going surfing today and dedicate my waves today and everything good I do today to Steve Irwin, his family, and his love for the world around us.
RIP Steve Irwin. We love you.
Marcus Pickering, Atlantic Beach, Florida USA
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I work the night shift and we get to play the radio while we stock shelves. I heard the news announcement and had to finish out the work day just limp with grief and disbelief. I thought “oh, please, let this be one of Steve’s pranks… oh, please don’t let this be true!”
Oh, I’m so very sorry for Terri, Bindi, and Bob, and all of his mates. I can barely imagine the pain and loss. He seemed invincible. He was twice as full of LIFE as anyone I have ever met. I am so hurting and sad – I would much prefer this to be a ‘prank’ gone wrong and to now hear on the news “it was all a mistake, Steve-o is fine.”
When the world is full of people barely alive, who full of ennui trudge from day to day without spirit or passion . . . it is that much worse to have that sparkling man snuffed out. I am deeply glad, though, that it was not a car-wreck, or the hand of man that took his life. Those who did not ‘know him’ cannot understand that he died doing what he not only loved but also believed in.
I will never forget you Steve.
Donna Faye, bookseller, Grays Harbor, Washington State, USA
Steve Irwin was a great man who im sure will be sorely missed by not just his family and friends but by everyone who he touched in his movie and documentarys,his documentarys where great and really made even children like me(as i am 13) interested in nature and animals.whenever i hear australia or crocodile he is the first person that comes to mind.it was only and hour ago i was watching him swing through the trees with lemars in madagascar.i will miss the episodes and i'l have to give up the idea of a sequel to his movie.
R.I.P. Steve Irwin
Steven Baker,United Kingdom
Rest in Peace Steve. I hope your family find solace in the fact that you were so well loved and admired. My thoughts are with you all
Julie, Lancashire, England
I'm an englishman and have great admiration of the sporting Aussies. Steve Irwin for me was one of the greats. My family and I loved watching his Crocodile programs, his bravery amazed me RIP Steve in the knowledge that you lived your life the way you wanted to.
Pete Hayward and family. Westbury Wilts UK
To all the fellow admirers:
It is a sad day to know one of the greatest animal lovers has passed away. He followed his heart and knew the potential risks he took. That's what made him so exciting to me. He faced his fears!! I also appreciate the great strides he made towards the conservation of wildlife. I am a fellow animal lover and truly loved watching him in his documentaries. He had a one-of-a-kind personality and will be missed not only to Australia but by everyone across the world. My condolences go out to his family and close friends. Crikey Steve!! This is my farewell to you!
Danielle S. from Maine, USA
The guy has never been bitten by a venomous snake, but loses his life to a ray!!! a tear came to my eye when iformed of his untimely death. he will be sorely missed. condolences to his wife and children.
Dustin Kilbourn
Fremont, Nebraska
It is with such great sadness that I offer my sympathies to the friends and family of Steve Irwin. His loss has been terrible for my family as well, especially for my children, who grew up watching his shows.
Breault Family, Rhode Island, USA
My son grew up watching Steve and I watched along with him. Steve lived life on the edge, loving every moment of it. He took risks most of us wouldn't dream of, and he was never afraid. He respected all animals and humans alike in a world where many people can't even respect one another. He had endless energy, enthusiasm and a lust for life. He has a wonderful spirit, and he brought so much joy and happiness to the world. He taught people all about the different critters he encountered and how to respect them in their natural habitat. Yes, I realize that he passed away doing what he loved best, but that doesn't mitigate the loss the world feels right now. Because of him this world was a better place. My condolences to Terri and his children. Rest in peace "Crocodile Hunter".
We will never forget you.
Denise Cowdrick
My heart goes out to Terri and the children, Terri is from my area and her and Steve got married here in Eugen OR, USA. what a terrible tragedy.
Joyce Chilson
The spike in Internet inquiries about Steve Irwin upon news of his death is testament to his popularity around the world. My extreme sadness is multiplied by millions. I am so sorry.
Nancy Kesti, Oregon, USA
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Oh what a loss to a icon.You could tell Steve loved what he was doing and took every thing that he loved in every thing with the animals he loved so much. You could tell by watching his shows. You will be missed. ~Rest in Peace~My deepest condolences to his family.
From Deborah in Indiana~U.S.A.
Truly sorry...And saddened to learn of Steve's death. He shall be missed by many...
Regards,
Doug, Rachel & Krista Harrison
California
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Dear Family/Friends of Steve Irwin,
We just heard the news and want you to know our thoughts are with you. We are soooo saddened by the loss of this wonderful man. He taught us all…the very young to very old world-wide as we watched/listened/learned about all the creatures he loved. We will ALL miss him, but his memory and contributions will go one forever.
Our heartfelt sympathy,
Jim and Marilyn DeWalt of Georgetown, Texas, United States
God Bless Steve
It was with great sadness that i heard of the death of Steve Irwin,the great"Crocodile Hunter".I feel as if i knew the man for a life time.He was such a wonderful ambassador for wildlife conservation and Australia with all its wonderful wildlife.
He was without doubt a man who lived his life to the full and did what he loved most,a loving family man who gave 1000% to family and friends.
You will be sadly missed and lovingly remembered Steve.
You were a LEGEND in life and a LEGEND in all our hearts.
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Irwin family and all his great friends.
Rest in peace our friend. Dan Duggan, Cork, Ireland.
I, my wife and my daughter are very sad with Steve's accident. We are fans to much time of him. Always cheerful, energetic and preoccupied with the animal life. We want to give all our love and fondness his wife and children. What God is blessed by you and his family.
Carlos UBL - Brazil
Here in the North Shore of Massachusetts, we live every day intensely aware
of our maritime surroundings and what it provides both physically and
spiritually for our existence. Steve was an icon of this connection with
nature, a mentor and hero for adults and children alike. We wish now only an
easy healing for his beloved family, knowing that they shared with the world
a great naturalist and humanitarian.
All our love and empathy, Carl
To Steve Irwins family and friends,
"Crocs Rule!"? We love you Steve and we will never forget you.
With love....
New Windsor, New York. USA
My husband and I have enjoyed so many of Steve's programs. I especially like the ones that include his family. Please give our deepest condolences to Terry and the children. They are all in our prayers.
Sincerely, Dan and Deb, Indiana
I'll miss you Steve! You were a great guy and I loved your attitude towards life.
Kurt/ B.C. Canada
Smiles & Grins
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When I was younger I would dutifully wait out the day for his television show to air on Animal Planet. I would watch every episode, every marathon, and even entered one of the contests at one point. Occasionally, I would even whip out my sketchbook and draw pictures of the animals that he interacted with, jotting down little notes about what he said about them as though I were in school, listening to a teacher.
His show inspired me greatly as a kid and taught me so much about wildlife and just how wonderful the world is, how diverse life really is and how much about the world I really didn't know. I looked up to him as a sort of childhood hero, someone whose actions I saw as brave and courageous, rather than reckless and unintelligent as some others did.
And so, when I logged onto AOL today and saw the report... I felt as though something in me just... died. I brought a hand to my lips and shook my head, clicking on the link to read further, hoping beyond all hope that it was a hoax, a trick. Discovering that the article was, in fact, a truth... I cried for the first time in years. I couldn't believe that someone so important in my life was dead; that my childhood hero was really gone.
Even as I'm writing this, my eyes are clouded with tears and my heart is sinking.
I guess that... writing it down like this is like finally accepting it; finally accepting that Steve Irwin, the man that I thought would never, ever die is really, truly gone.
I heart goes out to his family, his friends, and to all of his grieving fans and supporters...
Thank you, Steve, for all that you've done.
May you rest in peace.
Anonmous
Dear Australia,
I grieve as deeply as you.? One of my heros is gone.? He was a great man...he taught me so much about the living world and the creatures in it.? He was an ispiration to me and my mother.? I am going to college to become a biologist, and I will work hard in his memory.
I know that I may never be as great as he was...and I never got to meet him although that was one of my greatest ambitions...I will certantly work hard to continue his legacy and teach more people about his conservation efforts.
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Kara Stephens USA
Irwin Family ~
This has come as such a horrible shock and nothing can stop the pain you are enduring, but all these letters made me feel so proud of Steve. What a wonderful legacy he has left for his children. How many children who have a parent die has so many hundreds of hours of their father doing what he loved preserved on tape...and having such a GREAT time at it too. My prayers are with you Terri, Bindi and little Bob. The staff at the zoo will keep his dreams alive. God bless you all and thank you for sharing him with the world.
Claudia Chambers, Washington State, USA
sorry bout steve
me too!!
i was in shock when it first happened then i cryed
I met steve, terri and bindy. though they may not know me they are one of my many fans.
I fell for the irwin family i was a great loss.
jess
Good bye Steve
From this far from Australia, Puerto Rico we are really sorry for the loss of Steve Irwin.
Good bye friend.
We will miss you Steve. We will keep your family in our prayers.
Ivan C. Amaya
Atlanta
Irwin Family
Sorry for your loss, I often watched Steve on the Discovery and felt great admiration for him. He has done much for the world of nature and for that he will be remembered forever. I am South African which is a similar country to Oz in nature. It came as a great shock to me and I feel terrible to know he is gone. He has however just moved on to a better place.
My condolences
Nicholas (South Africa)
To the Irwin Famliy and friends
Today is a very sad day for us all animal lovers from around the world when we hear that Steve had passed on. We love to watch his show and he made us realize that there is some very different animals out there and let us know what to look out for and show us what they do when they feel in danger. We will miss him very much, we lost another icon as we did over here in North America, the icon was Dale Earnhardt Sr. a NASCAR driver. we sent our deepest regards out to the famliy and friends of Steve and Teri Irwin.
from William,Connie and Ann
New Brunswick, Canada
Some people seem indestructible, and Steve was one of those people. His fans around the world feel they know him because his humanity came across even on the television screen. Our family grieves for his family.
Bruce Adams
Buffalo NY, USA
Words hardly begin to encompass the total loss I think so many feel. Our hearts go out to his family and friends and staff who worked with him day in and day out. ‘Good onya’ guys to keep Australia Zoo open and running in spite of the serious heartache you’re feeling. We do feel your pain. An emotional tsunami. A tear in the fabric of the universe. As a fellow rescuer, to lose one so in love with life and passionate about his goals and beliefs is just devastating. Let’s hope the world will carry on Steve’s hopes and dreams and share his enthusiasm for those creatures less understood.
Puller Lanigan and family.Silver Spring, USA
To the Irwin family and friends,
I am shocked and deeply saddened by the news of Steve's passing. He was such an amazing man and an inspiration to all. The impact he has made, not only to the world of wildlife conservation but to the world as a whole, is immeasurable. Steve had such an incredible enthusiasm for his work and for life that was over the top contagious. It's hard to believe that he is gone. He was truly one of a kind and will be greatly missed by millions all over the world. Steve impacted lives, young and old, all over the world. Steve was endless joy to all that watched him. He was an inspiration...he was a hero.
My thoughts and prayers are with Terri, Bindi and Bob. May God heal your broken hearts and turn your sorrow into peace and joy when reflecting on the gift that Steve was. Thank you so much for sharing the man you loved with so many. I know you will continue to inspire us with your strength and determination as you carry on the legacy that Steve has left behind.
Peace be with you Steve Irwin. You will be missed and never forgotten.
Jennifer E. -Puyallup, Washington USA
Dear Terry and family:
Your loss is unimaginable. I have shed many tears for Steve, for you Terry and your two children, the Country of Australia, and all the animals on our planet.
You are strong Terry, you will in time pull thru this nightmare and manage to go on, but there will always be an empty place, and an irreplaceable Steve, left in your heart, mind, body and soul, and I want you to keep that precious loss and shed as many tears that you need to, if it be for the rest of your life.
It would be unfair to yourself to hold it in, stiff upper lip thing. Steve and you had something a lot of married people only see glimpses of in their marriage, and I saw it in your marriage, and I will always keep you in my prayers and mind, and will grieve, not as often as you will, but when memories reocur, or news clips or anniversaries are shown on American T.V., I will be there shedding tears of mine all over again as if it just happened.
I'm from Minnesota, Terry and if you ever need to reach out, I would be here, anonymously and privately for you.
Judith Draper Martin
P.O. Box 802
Annandale, Minnesota 55302
cell phone 612 940 9751
Dear Terri:
I'm so sorry for the loss of Steve.
He will be missed so dearly by the entire world. He taught everyone so much about wildlife and conservation.
My entire family watched his show faithfully.
The love he has for his family was apparent, and everlasting. He will never leave you and the babies.
Please accept the condolences from my family to yours. God Bless you in this horrific time.
Have faith things will get easier for you.
I'll continue to pray for strength for you and the entire Irwin family.
Respectfully,
Terri Baker and Family
i was a big fan of steve irwin and i really enjoy seeing he's program about the worlds animals it is very very sad that he died
steven B. Skovbjerg Denmark
I, like many, am deeply saddened by the untimely death of Steve Irwin. I remember watching him so many times on telly and being totally taken into his world of love and enthusiasm for wildlife. My heart sank when I heard the news on the way into work on Monday. I went into work feeling pretty low only to find an office full of people who felt the same. We sat talking of Steve and the many fond memories we all had of him showing us around his back garden. My sincerest sympathies go to His Family, all at Australia Zoo, and his close friends.
Anon.
Dublin, Ireland.
God bless you Irwin xx
I can't imagine how much pain they must be going through, it must be tough losing a father and a dear husband. I was saddened by the news, I enjoyed watching his programmes as they were full of thrill, danger and excitement. Sometimes I used to think he was crazy, but I guess that was just steve!!
He didn't deserve to die, especcially in that way. He was a brave man and was never afraid, there are no words of comfort that I could give to his family simply because it will never take the pain away. There will always be something missing, and that will leave empty space in your life, all I can say is take time to let go (even though it will be really hard) and move on. And remeber that he will always be in your heart!With deepest simpathy to the Irwin family,
God bless xxx
From the Gibson clan Northen Ireland
What a sad day for the entire world. He will be missed by thousands of people. He had a wonderful personality and was enjoyable to watch. My grandchildren always watched his shows. We are praying for Terri and the family.
God Bless,
Anne Carver
Taylors, SC
I was Extremely shocked & saddened to hear of Steve's tragic death. I have been a huge fan of the Crocodile Hunter for years.
I find it very hard to believe he is gone. My deepest Condolences to the Irwin family. He was a good man and will never be forgotten!
FOR ALL
I'll lend you for a little time,
A child of mine, He said.
For you to love while he lives,
and mourn when he is dead.
It may be six or seven years,
or twenty-two or forty-three.
Will you, til I call him back,
Take care of him for me?
He'll bring his charms to gladden you,
and shall his stay be brief,
You'll have his lovely memories
as solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay,
Since all from earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there
I want this child to learn.
Now will you give him all your love,
Nor think that labour vain.
Nor hate me when I come to call,
To take him back again?
Dear Lord,
Thy will be done.
For all the joy thy child shall bring,
The risk of grief we'll run.
We'll shelter him with tenderness
We'll love him while we may!
For the happiness we've known,
We'll ever grateful stay.
But shall the angel call for him
Much sooner than we planned,
We'll brave the bitter grief that comes
and try to understand.
GOD BLESS YOU STEVE
Dear Terri,Bindi,Bob and the rest of the Australia Zoo
Our heartfelt condolences to all of you, my family are deeply saddened by the loss of Steve, a fantastic guy and great Australian who loved life, his wife and family and all the animals he cared for .We still can't believe such a larger than life character will not be with us anymore.
Such a sad sad loss for everyone that knew him personally and also through his great tv shows.
Our thoughts and love are with you at this time
Goodbye Steve
R. I. P. Steve Irwin
We Love You
The Evans Family
Adelaide
South Australia
Terri, Bindi, and little Bob,
Terri, and family, my family and i would like to extend our deepest sympathy to you, as Steve was a very good man, and brought so much to our family, and so much knowledge to the animal world, other people will try but there will be no other person that could ever fill his shoes, and go the length that he has gone. hell be very sadly missed and loved by everyone.
we love you, and stay strong, The Abrams Family
First my condolences go out to Steves family and closest friends who have lost a wonderful, son, husband, father and friend. I have watched the crocodile hunter for as long as it has been on and even had my children watching it to learn about conservation and animals around the planet. They laughed at his antics, cried when he cried and felt his joys and pains, his losses and sorrows. I pray that Terri have the strength to get through this time and be strong for her children. I also hope that she turns to steve's dad and allows him to help her with the children and to get her through this painful time of sorrow and sadness. Be thankful Terri for the love and joy that this man brought to your life and your children that you two share. They will always be a reminder of a part of him that will be with you forever. Look at them and see his smile and his antics and know he is with you always. Lastly be thankful for his very public life as you will forever have a record of the love you two shared through the stories he did with animal planet and the documentaries he did. Save them all and cherish them, let the children watch them and rejoice in the memories and the love. Remember he did what he loved and touched so many.
Thank you for sharing him with us. Cheryl, FL ,usa
Dear Terri, Bindi, son Bob, father Bob, and family and friends –
We extend our condolences to you and the loved ones of Steve Irwin. Over the years we have admired his excitement and love for all creatures great and small and for family and life as well. Your pain and sadness is shared by many – please know our prayers are with you always. I believe God still has a lot of work for Steve to do. May God bless you always.
Regards, Jim and Janine Elliott, Derry, Pennsylvania
To all of Steve's family, Australia, and animal lovers worldwide.
The loss of Steve is such a thunderous blow for all the world. I so enjoyed his wildlife programs on the Discovery Channel and when they were on the television, all else would stop. He was such an advocate for all wildlife as well as a superb teacher.
As sad as his passing is, we must remember and reflect on all the good he accomplished durning his lifetime.
My deepest sympathy to Terri, Bindi Sue, Bob and his parents. The world has lost a great educator.
Joe Hiles
Fletcher, NC USA
Dear Terri, Bindi, Bob and family,
We are so devasted to hear of your loss.
We keep hearing what an ordinary guy Steve was and it makes me think what a wonderful world we would live in if everyone was as ordinary as your husband.
Our prayers and thoughts are with you.
The Iocco Family
Myself and my family is deeply shocked by the death of Steve . My son and I were watching Steve on Sunday afternoon on television . It is so incrediable to see how passionate and dedicated to the animals . We are deeply saddened by his death and we also loved the humor he has . Rest in peace Steve ! We will misse you greatly .
To Terri , Bindi , Robert and also to Steves family our thoughts and love will be with you all always with the loss of a great man . God love and cherish you all .
Love from ,
Rita , David and Conrad ,
New Zwaland .
Dear Irwin family,
From the deaths of my mother & grandmother I know that in this moment, the words seem hollow, but in the years to come you will find comfort in the esteem in which Steve was held. The greatest tribute is in joy & his enthusiasm & joy du vie are admirable & will set an example others will continue to follow.
Courage to you in your mourning, thanks to Steve for his sharing his passion.
Trully Sorry to Steves wonderful wife & children
i awoke one early morning very shocked and saddened to hear of such a tragedy. He will never be forgotten. watching steve to me was like the elvis of conservation.
Just a very passionate, sincere wonderful person husband and dad.
John Finnegan
New York
We would like to express our deepest sympathy to Steve Irwins wife and children..It was such a tragic loss..We will miss him dearly...What wonderful things he did to make us so aware of all the wonderful living things on this earth..We will never be forgotten...Our thoughts and prayers are with you...Sincerely
God Bless
Shock, disbelief, and anger are the reactions I experienced when I learned of Steve Irwin's death. How could such a vital part of so many lives be gone ? Steve touched so very many lives with his vitality and enthusiasm. Steve was connected to countless souls who experienced his love of animals and his larger-than-life persona. A genuine one-of-a-kind who has earned a place in our world history. The Crocodile Hunter braved encounters with snarling crocs and slithering snakes intent upon inflicting harm upon him. He was fearless and sometimes reckless, but we all liked him and some of us loved him. Australia has lost a great son, father and husband. Crikey.
Mother Earth has lost a truly beautiful person who we all loved and admired so very much. He got in there and did what he could to make the world a better place for the animals. He taught people how to put love in their hearts for ALL creatures great and small. I wish everyone in the world was like Steve. Crikey, what a better place it would be. STEVE IRWIN, YOU MADE A VERY BIG DIFFERENCE! We will miss your happy face and bubbly personality, your down-to-earth nature, your wealth of knowledge, but most of all your beautiful and compassionate soul. You charmed us by just being you and your passing has broken our hearts. You will sorely be missed. Thankyou for all that you have done, tirelessly , for nature. We extend our deepest condolences to Steves' Dad, Terri, Bindi, Bob,all family and friends and also the animal kingdom who I'm sure will miss Steve very, very much. Our hearts go out to all of you. XXXXX The Smyth family, Melbourne, Vic.
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