Condolences

R.I.P.

Steve Irwin

1962 - 2006

Steve Irwin aka. "The Crocodile Hunter"s death is definitely a great loss to the world. He died on Monday at the age of 44 after being struck in the chest by the stingray's barb while he was filming a documentary called Ocean's Deadliest in Queensland's Great Barrier Reef, Australia.

Having gained worldwide attention through performing dangerous antics with various animals especially crocodiles in particular, avid viewers and fans will truly be missing his sensational appearances. Even the the Prime Minister of Australia, John Howard paid tribute by stating that Australia had lost a "colourful and wondeful son".

He had tried pulling the barb out of his body as seen on the video footage of the incident. The impact was so hard that the barb had apparently pierced through his heart. However, efforts to save him were unsuccesful. He leaves behind an American wife, Terri and two children, Bindi Sue and Bob aged eight and three respectively. I personally pity the children as they will have to grow up without such a fun animal-loving father.

He is said to be given a state funeral if allowed by his family. Meanwhile, mourners have been placing wreaths, flowers and cards outside the Australia Zoo which Steve and Terri operates. May Steve rest in eternal peace.