I would like to extend my sympathies to all at Monkey World and to Alison Cronin. Susan SeegerI am ashamed to say that it was only today watching Monkey World with my 12 year old son that I realised that your husband had died. So very sad the death of such a good man.He made a great impact on animal lovers the whole world round.We just think it..Jim did it! I know how passionate you both are in Monkey World - my Late Father was one of the people who piloted Operation Noah Mission - rescuing ALL wild animalswho were marooned on the vicious Zambesi River in Africa when the animals had to be taken to higher ground. Alison please keep up the good work and Im sure Jim is watching over you and with you always. LyndaI just wanted say how I and all my family have enjoyed the Monkey World Series and for all the wonderful work Jim, Alison and their team have done over the years rescuing these wonderful primates from suffering and how wonderful they have all found a secure safe home at last. your programme has given me such pleasure and i watch it every evening . Aris lived in the Orangutan Nursery with young orangutans Gordon (who left in 2006 to lead one of the adult orangutan groups), Hsiao-Ning, Kai (who later moved to Gordon's Group), Dinda, Joly, Lingga and adult females A-mei and Hsiao-Quai (who was Kai's mother and also later moved to Gordon's Group). Jim's contribution to Primate welfare was second to none and will never be forgotten. Long may it continue. So shocked. With the best felt respect to all the staff at Monkey World, and especially to Alison. Will donate some cash when I canh afford it. love what your doing may god bless you both, Absolutely amazing and wonderful work which gave Jim much happiness when he and Alison rescued a chimp and the others after seeing them in appallingly sad situations.I am so enjoying re-watching Monkey Business and Monkey Life on Animal Plant.It's wonderful to see through the years, the small babies grow in strength and independence due to Jim, Alison, Jeremy and all the dedicated staff at Monkey World.What a dreadful shock it must have to Alison to lose Jim but I hope the strength of his convictions, and your own Alison, has give YOU the strength to carry on your dedicated work. To help people. He set up a good educational and conseration centre at Monkey World which his lovely wife and visitors and viewers to his programme will, some in a small way, continue his work and love of innocent primates who, because of man, have been mistreated and robbed of their freedom. [13] Whilst open to housing gorillas, the park has not yet come across any which require rescue or rehabilitation at the park. CEMEX, S.A.B. Barbara (Gateshad)I will be visiting Monkey World for the first time at the end of June. His passion and dedication were unique. lisai was so shocked to hear about jims death,i have only recent found out,dontknow how i didnt hear before,jim and wife have done such a great job,glad she is still carrying on with monkey world. Upon being examined by vets, it was discovered that Trudy had tips missing from several of her fingers, cuts on her hands and a lump on her head. I just wanted say how I and all my family have enjoyed the Monkey World Series and for all the wonderful work Jim, Alison and their team have done over the years rescuing these wonderful primates from suffering and how wonderful they have all found a secure safe home at last. Glad Monkey business is back on! Jim has left behind a lasting legacy of worthwhile work. I am sure you are watching over the centre. Monkey Life - Monkey World When we heard about Jim's death we were greatly saddened. That same year, Monkey World staff attempted to introduce four newly arrived young male chimps from Israel named Hananya, Tikko, Semach and Gypsy to Rodney's Group. I have been watching monkey business for many years and just watched the first episode of monkey life. However after an incident with Cathy, it was decided that it would be safer for them to live in the nursery group. what a legend.when i heard about it, i couldn't believe it. We have watched Monkey World many times and been so touched by Jim and Alison's dedication to these little primates. Jim was a true gem of this world and has regained my faith in mankind having just watched all the Monkeyworld series. Due to the high volume of applications we receive, and in order to keep administration costs to a minimum, we are unable to respond to each one individually, if your application is successful, we will contact you within 14 days to arrange an initial interview alternatively we may keep your details on file and contact you as and when a suitable position becomes available. You and Jim will have a very special place in heaven for what you have done in your lifetimes. Other supporting duties to enhance effective and efficient running of the park such as food ordering and organisation of animal care stores, etc. Bethany Bwhat a legend.when i heard about it, i couldn't believe it. They posed as buyers, going in to the markets and collecting evidence which they presented to the Thai authorities. CRH plc (NYSE:CRH) is an Irish company that is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. I have watched all of your documentaries and you have done a great job. We all love what you're doing and admire your efforts and continuing struggle. The park also features three groups of orangutans, including two different species (Bornean and Sumatran). this is all down to jim and he deserves his legacy to be long lasting. I was saddened at learning of the death of Jim Cronin I only recently found this out.He was a wonderful man and it is the best animal show on tv, long may his lovely wife continue with his work. Jo BrownHow I admire the way Jim and Alison cared for the apes. Be strong Alison so that you could continue the good work which you and Jim have done. my heart goes out to alison and jims family and friends, he will be sadly missed.jim would be proud of how alison is continuing the work that jim was so passionate about god bless you and all the staff at monkey world for the fantastic work you do ! He raised awareness about their plight and did something about it. Bless you, Alison, for the courage to go on - in South Africa, the Monkey World show is one of the favourite programmes - hang in there, Honey! Alison keep up the good work and remember God needed a good person in Heaven and then He saw Jim. Love to all Mavis x. Diane and Peter, Sutton in AshfieldWe were both shocked and saddened to learn about Jim's death. We are going to lose all wild life at some point because of our selfish ways, what a mess we have made of this plannet. I'm writing this because he just 'made me think of him' a few minutes ago, and I felt I had to act on it somehow. Keep up the good work Alison You are truly a wonderfull person Monkey world is lucky to have you.God Bless. Jim Cronin's sudden death in March 2007 shocked conservationists around the world. I have watched Monkey Life for many years and admired the dedication of both Jim and Alison. With greatest sympathy for alison i've been watching all of the monkey businesses on animal planet and the all new monkey life and i cried as they talked about jim. JEREMY KEELING: The orangutan who saved my life - Daily Mail i am deeply shocked to hear about jim it really is sad that good people like him are taken away to soon. Jodi (15,liverpool)I'm really love the animals in monkey world and i have Jim and Alison to thank for thats they have made me relsised about the cruelty to the monkeys around the world and i hope to grow up with the same dream as the pair.I am heart broken jim has passed on.R.I.P Jim - you made it happenJodi x. Kay Hoyle From Halifax West YorkshireIt's true what they say - only the good are taken so young!! My family and I are avid Monkey World fans and now that the new series is on Channel 5, I have it on auto view.Well done everyone there, it is a fabulous place, and I recommend anyone to actually go and see for yourselves how happy and content all the animals are there.The talks were very informative and my own children have promised they will sponsor my name-sake for me for either my birthday or xmas, I truly hope so, Sally is brilliant. jane taylori love the program but when is the next seriers on last seen when alison has a new baby chimp arriving, Carolei just happened apon this site tonight, how can Jim be dead, he is my hero, god bless alison, long live Charlie.xxxxxxxx, jackie campbellwhat a great man who showed these animals how to be monkeys and to get back to there roots he is greatly missed, catherine gambaMy heart goes out to you Alison on your sad loss. tim was and is one of the most respected human beings that ever lived his death should have been more head lined to let the world know of his death he deserved it for all his hard work and dedication . marita brammeriam so sorry and shocked at your loss i always watch your program and you all do a fabulous job with the primates may you all continue. Yours most sincerely. i would like to say i am so sorry that jim has gone i came to the park but you both was a away a the time it was nice to see mike on my birthday i know it will be had alison with out jim but me and my husband think taht you are doing a good job keep on helping the monkey i know jim would like you to keep on going from mandy osborne. All I can say is wow, what a wonderful man. Its still hard to believe he's gone. shiela ionescuthrough his well televised monkey business programmes, i felt as though i knew him and loved his passion for the well being of all his rescued monkeys and apes, the world has lost a truly great man and he will be sadly missed all around the world, i wish his wife all the best in her future without him and hope that she finds the strength she needs to continue in her work. We are an evolving rescue and rehabilitation centre and we are continually improving the standards of husbandry and welfare for the primates in our care. However, with good veterinary care and experienced Primate Care Staff monitoring and encouraging good health and welfare, most of our rescued primates can lead full, active, social and happy lives again. ", "Monkey World - Ape Rescue Centre, Official Facebook Page", "Dao Tien Endangered Primate Species Centre Background", "Bournemouth Tourism Awards: who were the winners? Primary Duties and Responsibilities include: Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre are looking for enthusiastic guests services assistants with a can do attitude, fantastic customer service within a customer facing role in a busy selection of departments. I admire you so much. logged on in the hope that i'd read it wrong, but no. Hope the goood work continues. I will be visiting Monkey World for the first time at the end of June. 2023 at by Insider Monkey Staff. I appreciate what Alison is going through as I lost my husband suddenly this Feb again suddenly. Following this, Hananya took over as leader. However, Seamus later rejoined the nursery after failing to fit into Hananya's Group, before later joining the Bachelor Chimpanzee Group in 2007. We live in South AFrica. alison,in 2005 me and my 2 children where havin a very wet 2 weeks in weymouth,it was on the wednesday,still pourin with rain,when i said "come on kids,were off to monkey world"and as soon as i drove into a place called wool,the sun came out,and WHAT A DAY WE HAD..unforgetableall 3 off us stood on a balcony,rite at the front,it was feeding time..we will never forget CHARLIE,.and alison,we will never forget ur jimwhat a great man he was.insperation to us all..u keep up all good work alison,i know he would have wanted u to..god bless ya.. Alison i am so sorry for your loss of a great husband, and a great human being. Barbara (Gateshead)so sad about Jim, Goodluck to Alison and all her wonderful staff. leighton kay we visited monkey world 3 months after jims passing , as a family of 4 children and we really . I COULD'NT BELIEVE IT WHEN I READ LAST YEAR THAT JOHN HAD DIED - WHAT A WASTE OF A GOOD LIFE.HE WAS THE MOST COMPASIONATE MAN I HAVE EVER WITNESSED IN THE CONSERVATION OF WILDLIFE.JOHN WAS "A RARE BREED OF MAN"KEEP THE GOOD WORK GOING ALISON AND YOUR TEAM, MY HUSBAND AND I ARE REALLY ENJOYING YOU NIGHTLY PROGRAMME BEEN SHOWN AT 6.30GOOD BLESS YOU ALISON AND GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO KEEP GOING. How old is Bart at Monkey World? It made me feel very sad for his family and friends and the monkeys too. For a long time I have not been able to watch Monkey World on Animal planet, and today I watched and enjoyed the program but missed Jim's presence. god be with alison you have lost such a great and wonderfull man he will always be watching over you. To his wife Alison goodluck with all your work . jenny ansell cornwallI just love monkey world.its wonderful to see how close the staff are to theircharges,I wish it were me.you do a great job. Enclosures are designed to allow the primates to move as they would in the wild, and all of our primates are provided with appropriate sleeping sites and nesting material. For the future we should all try to make Jims dreams/vision come true. joy fox.I love to watch they do a wonderful job. It is so uplifting and infrmative.I was so sorry to hear of the trgic death of jim cronin.My sympathy and condolances to alison. Bless him & Alison for the wonderful work they do & Alison will continue tod, to all the staff &allison u all do a great job i love the program so much i watch every day. Deborah x, what a loss.hope he will inspire more people. Working at Monkey World: Employee Reviews | Indeed.com Jim Cronin Conservationist and campaigner whose Monkey World was a safe haven for primates Mark Bristow Thu 22 Mar 2007 19.56 EDT Jim Cronin, campaigner against the illegal trade in. My heart goes out to Alison and others close to him. the work jim and alison also everyone who works there do a fantastic job i have watched every series of monkey world and hope there will be more.keep doing the good work xx. Mavis EklundA passionate caring human being who lived for the animals he loved I admire him and Alison and wish her every success in the future to carry on the great work Jim began, always remember their are a lot of people who really care. Jeremy has been married five times which might say something to some people and according to a remark in the first series of Monkey World, Hates people. x, Laura Franklin - Gauteng South AfricaDear Alison, having watched Monkey Busines over and over for years now was also shocked to realise that Jim had died.