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I just wanted to say that the animal kingdom and the world in general has lost another saint.

This news shook me deeply. This man and his passion have really changed my views on the entire world and the goodness of man. My thoughts are with his children, his wife and his best mate Wes, and I hope that this does not end his struggle to educate the world about the animal kingdom. He will be greatly missed. He touched my soul and changed my ways. Thank you, Steve.

Slade Dykhouse
Phoenix, Arizona

My family is truly saddened for the Irwin family. When I heard the news, I was devastated. In today's world of poor influence that is offered through television, The Crocodile Hunter and Discovery have given my family hope that there still exist ethics and integrity in television programming. Steve Irwin demonstrated ethics and integrity through every program (whether an episode or an interview) and brought untold moments of laughter into my household and amongst friends. Often times I would give a crack at imitating him while handling the family pet, maybe a ferocious gardner snake, and my kids would absolutely come unglued at the seams.

We will miss him greatly and appreciate everything that he and his family have shared with us. Steve will NEVER be replaced. He will live on in all of our hearts forever!

With all of the love and prayers we can muster,

Brian, Wendy, Madi and Augi Willmon
Bend, Oregon. USA

Dear Terri, Bindi and Bob,

I understand how you feel; I am crying right now, too. I am eight years old and your dad/husband was my greatest hero. Bindi, you will have to tell Bob how cool your dad was because I bet he was the best dad in the world. I wish I had a dad like him.

I am so sorry and we will think of you.

Bayleigh, 8 years old
Indiana

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