YES, it's true. The animals have had their revenge. http://www.news.com.au/story/0,23599,20349888-2,00.html Poor Steve. A stingray barb thru the heart! It was the unkindest cut of all. Just one question. Where's the video? RIP Steve, a fearless man Port Douglas, Australia. The Great Barrier Reef lies offshore. Steve is an icon in Australia.
I just woke up to the news here in England!! Terrible.. I knew it would happen one day At least he lived his life to the full RIP good man!
I am so sad for his family and his loss. I really thought he was a great guy, and my heart goes out to him and his family. Rest in Peace Steve, you were a good man.
I'm sad to hear this...unfortunately, i knew it was only a matter of time before something went wrong. RIP Steve and god bless his wife/kid(s)
Some cool quotes from Steve: "I have no fear of losing my life. If I have to save a koala or a crocodile or a kangaroo or a snake, mate, I will save it." *** "I would never blame an animal if it bit me, because I'm at fault, not them. I heal so quickly. If you cut my arm off I would grow a new one." Too bad he couldn't grow a new heart! Adios Steve...
Great quotes there...I heard about this yesterday and am saddened by it too. I feel sorry for his wife and kids too...he has done a lot for conservation too and he'll always be remembered. RIP Steve.
It was unlucky, but I think it was inevitable he was gonna get killed or at least injured by an animal. He will be missed, but maybe not so by the countless crocs he jumped on. His work was good though.
You know... I just came back from Portugal, been away for a while. out of the world of the living. So when i got back someone told Steve erwin Died.... I did not believe this...simply becuase i've been hearing that for the past 6 years! but now it seems his time as come...how sad... he was (In Steves words); "A really Beauty" of person....plus as his father described...just a bloke... my latend condolances to all who will miss him
I thought I might add this poem that was written by Rupert McCall (brother of former Wallaby Rod McCall) in honour of Steve Irwin that I came across on another forum...May he rest in peace... THE CROCODILES ARE CRYING Endless visions fill my head – this man – as large as life And instantly my heart mourns for his angels and his wife Because the way I see Steve Irwin – just put everything aside It comes back to his family – it comes back to his pride His animals inclusive – Crikey – light the place with love! Shine his star with everything he fought to rise above The crazy-man of Khaki from the day he left the pouch Living out his dream and in that classic ‘Stevo’ crouch Exploding forth with character and redefining cheek It’s one thing to be honoured as a champion unique It’s one thing to have microphones and spotlight cameras shoved It’s another to be taken in and genuinely loved But that was where he had it right – I guess he always knew From his fathers’ modest reptile park and then Australia Zoo We cringed at times and shook our heads – but true to nature’s call There was something very Irwin in the make up of us all Yes the more I care to think of it – the more he had it right If you’re going to make a difference – make it big and make it bright! Yes - he was a lunatic! Yes - he went head first! But he made the world feel happy with his energetic burst A world so large and loyal that it’s hard to comprehend I doubt we truly count the warmth until life meets an end To count it now I say a prayer with words of inspiration May the spotlight shine forever on his dream for conservation My daughter broke the news to me – my six year old in tears It was like she’d just turned old enough to show her honest fears I tried to make some sense of it but whilst her Dad was trying His little girl explained it best…she said “The crocodiles are crying” Their best mate’s up in heaven now – the crocs up there are smiling! And as sure as flowers, poems and cards and memories are piling As sure as we’ll continue with the trademarks of his spiel Of all the tributes worthy – he was rough…but he was real As sure as ‘Crikey!’ Fills the sky I think we’ll miss ya Steve…goodbye RUPERT McCALL 2006
Waltzing Matilda That beautiful song was Australia to me before "Crocodile Hunter" aired on TV He was crazy, brash, exuberant and fun I never saw another do what he'd done A pioneer in his field, a man with fight he brought a gorgeous Australia to sight So full of dedication, enthusiasm and grit for the sanctity of wildlife--his passion was lit For the land and the animals his purpose was filled yet I think too soon his bright, helping spirit was stilled He cried for that which moved him and all that he loved for the critters, his family on earth and his mother above When I think of his passing I can scarce breathe while I pray for his loved ones, as the world grieves As tears fill my eyes so that I can not see would someone play "Waltzing Matilda" for me ...Thank you Steve Irwin, and family... ~~*~~ Copyright 2006 Kathy Pippig Harris
I've been fortunate enough to see him a few times, I at least expected him to have lost a finger or two over the years, he took all the bites stings and ultimately the barbs in the name of conservation, gotta keep that ball rolling true blue. The same-ness of heart speaks to anyone who sees animals in need, he was a big voice for the voiceless and an inspiration to a generation.
THE LATE GREAT CROCODILE HUNTER ~ Steve Irwin.. R.I.P... http://www.shamozzle.com/SteveIrwinCrocodileHunterTribute.html
I really did not like Steve Erwin when he was alive. I have been able to see a different person due to his death. Unfortunately enlightened. My heart goes out to his family, I grieve for them and with them. A truely great person.
