The BBC reserves the right to edit comments submitted. Mr & Mrs Symons. The role will include but not limited to: Weekends: working both Saturday and/or Sundays 11am to 5pm with additional hours being available during the school holidays. the program touched my heart xx, Lavelle DavisAlthough it is thirteen months since the untimely death of Jim Cronin, I became aware of this tragic event recently. I am so so very sorry Alison for your loss, we feel as though we lost Jim also. More than that you renewed my faith in some of humanity: and gave us all the bonus of added insight to these cousins of our, from the sad to the happy. Jeremy Keeling, co-founder of Monkey World, with an orang-utan Credit: Photo: CHRISTOPHER JONES For 50 years, Jeremy Keeling kept his secret. Caroline X. melissa edwardsi am absolutlety hooked on the progrmme, i think what jim and alison and all the keepers at monkey world do is fantastic,i am really shocked to find out that jim has passed away, such a loss for everyone,i hope monkey world continue to do their amazing,life-changing work they do for monkeys everywhere. To Alison and the team.. I love to watch they do a wonderful job. val gillott hucknall notts..hello alison keep up the good work. g.johnwhat a wonderfull gift to leave the world, mandy smartjim has done so much for these animals he gave them a life that they never had he will be sadly missed, Jan KuplerI'm so shocked to hear of Jim's sudden passing.Alison must be devestated and my heart goes out to her. Filmed at Monkey World in Dorset, Monkey Life follows the rescue and rehabilitation of abused and neglected primates. Thelma WarringtonI have watched the monkey world programs from the very begining and have come to admire and respect all that Jim and Alison have achieved. We are coming to Monkey World in september and we hoipe to meet you Alison and to give you a warm hugh and thank you for what yo u and Jim has done, and we pray that you will find strenght to carry on. keep up the good work alison. Wish Dr. Alison Cronin all the best in her endeavours. PETER EDBROOKEHAVEN'T WATCHED THE PROGRAMMES FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND WAS VERY SURPRISED AND SADDENED WHEN I HEARD OF JIM'S DEATH . He opened my eyes and brain to a greater perception of our cousins. he will always be remembered as such. We have been watching Monkey World for years now and have admired the work that Jim and Alison have done. Undertake & record animal observations accurately and effectively. Bilal TeffahaI would like to extend my sympathies to all at Monkey World and to Alison Cronin. I live in a Northern Ireland but the next time I am in England I will visit Monkey World. all the best to monkey world and all the best to alison.i would have loved to have been a part of the team who has achieved so much.i love animals especially primates.sorry for your loss alison, jim lives on in you, A very late follower to Monkey Business on the Animal Planet satelite staion. Jim is such a miss on the programme. Love watching the humanity to the animals. I am shocked at the passing of Jim. [13] Whilst open to housing gorillas, the park has not yet come across any which require rescue or rehabilitation at the park. 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. What a passionate man he was for all primates and all wild life. xxxx. These fascinating creatures have individual characters and the series follows them in their daily life. Suzanne TatmanI regularly watch monkey life the staff are so dedicated and compassionate was saddened to hear about the death of Jim Cronin such a loss feel so sad for Alison God bless you. Alison I will pray for you and Monkey World as I believe in what you are doing. About Monkey Life Monkey Life was created in 2006 and has continuously documented the work of Dr. Alison Cronin, MBE and her team at Monkey World; Ape Rescue Centre. I have just heard the sad news of Jim Cronin - it is just a sad loss for his family, and the world and good luck to Alison whos carring on with passion on saving many more primates. janet fokerjim has done a wonderful job and will be dearly missed give my cindolences to alison god bless her for continuing his work he will be very proud of her xxx. Jim Cronin is a big loss to the monkeys and us all. Rodney | Monkey World | Fandom It is good to see Alison and her team of helpers continuing to do such great work. i hope you are keeping well. joanne and john Alison are thoughts are with you a very sad loss can only imagine your pain. i had the great pleasure of meeting jim at monkey world and the shock of his death was devastating, but what he has left behind is hope and love to all the monkeys apes etc out there and to prove to this so cruel world that man is apes best friend xx sadly missed xx well done all at monkey world a great job x, i am sorry to hear about jim death me and my husband come to monkey world 3 week befor my husband in 2005 i hope i get change to come and see you again because you and jim was very nice to me and my husband we talk to you and jim in your office i send my best wish to you and all the staff and wish you all the very best love elizabeth. Charlie and Butch came to Monkey World on 5 September 1989 where they were put in the park's chimpanzee group which consisted of Paddy (who was the dominant male), Cindy (the dominant female), Beth, Busta, Zoe, Micky, Jimmy, Sammy and Taffy. Good luck and well done to everyone at Monkey World! Long may it continue. I hope to visit this year and really cant wait. We have watched Monkey World many times and been so touched by Jim and Alison's dedication to these little primates. I am glad to hear that his wife intends to carry on his work. chantalhi my name is chantal and I have adoped pip the littel chimp. Upon discovering that she was indeed Clin's daughter, the staff were surprised as Clin had been sterilised following the death of her previous child Simone. You have made me look closer at cruelty to animals instead of turning away in fear. A desire to be a part of a close knit team. Only the good die young , it's true. vidya shirdishone of the best couples in the world. Good Luck to you Alison - go for it. I believ that she continues her work at Monkey World. Jim has been a fantastic rolemodel for me and i idolise him for that i to would like to help save the primates from cruelty and sufference when i am older.God bless jim and God bless alison and thank you for keeping the park open and keeping jims dream alive. how we enjoyed jim's enthusiasm and laughter as he worked and plated with the chimps. The day that he died is one of the most darkest days in all of history, because all animals have lost their ambasador. Sleep peacefully Jim xxxx, Mrs M E RobbI would just like to say how I am sorry to hear of the sad loss of Jim he was such a good man for what he has done with his life my heart goes out to his wife and all who worked with him please go on doing the work he loved God Bless you all, margaret greenalison sorry to here about jims death i loved your program and still do i watch the repeats i think you both were fantastic to all the apes in your park rest in peace jim xxx. god bless him, jim scottonly just found out that jim cronin had died when a tribute came on at the end of monkey life, shocked to say the least, my wife, son and i were lucky enough to meet him on a visit to monkey world in dorset on our honeymoon and we had a lengthy chat with him, very down to earth and a sad loss, Robert CarneA brave and nobel man who will be missed by all,Wishing alison every success in the future. lots of love from charlotte my grandaughter and myself. My heart goes out to Alison and others close to him. Alison go outside tonight and pick a star in the sky - and name it Jim - because you will always know where he is, and that he's safe and sound in the Best hands Heaven can provide. Sandra RimellI have recently seen the re-runs of the programme and what a fantastic couple. geweldig werk doen deze mensen ga zo door ik heb veel respect voor deze vrouw. We are coming back to see the new changes and bringing the granddaughter with us this time. [4] Chipperfield was later charged with 12 counts of animal cruelty. [5], In 2008, Cronin led the creation of the Dao Tien Endangered Primate Rescue Centre located in Ct Tin National Park, Southern Vietnam which is a rescue, rehabilitation, and release centre focusing on golden-cheeked gibbons, black-shanked douc langurs, silvered langurs, and pygmy loris. Keep up the good work Alison You are truly a wonderfull person Monkey world is lucky to have you.God Bless. Like those very special few we lose for example like Dian Fossey, Steve Urwin, Jim will always be rememered as so many have said, and he will indeed. 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. HAVEN'T WATCHED THE PROGRAMMES FOR A LITTLE WHILE AND WAS VERY SURPRISED AND SADDENED WHEN I HEARD OF JIM'S DEATH . Jean Marti We are shocked and saddened to hear of the death of Jim Cronin. Totalling 274 episodes over 14 series the programmes have been aired in over 140 countries. In the interest of animal welfare, please refrain from leaving pets in your vehicle during your visit. In 2008, Monkey World staff noticed that Trudy was having back problems. hannah burti am just so shocked a year on and i have only just found out that jim passed away just sitting hear watching 10 years in monkey business an then at the end its say in memory of jim. Jim has left behind a lasting legacy of worthwhile work. I wish Alison and her wonderful team all the best for Monkey World's future. He was a brilliant guy and I am really pleased his wife has continued their dream. She was Tuan and RoRo's daughter, Hsiao-Ning's . For the chimpanzees and orang-utans this kind of updating is not so easy as the large outdoor enclosures are designed with heavy-duty equipment in order to withstand the strength and attention of the apes. God Bless you Jim and give Alison the strength to carry on. Keep up the good work.God Bless You. The very best of luck to you and your team in the future. The decision to confirm an appointment offer as permanent (in addition to the 6 month probation period) is relevant until all checks and references have been received. He will be missed by all RIP Jim & look over Alison & all at Monkey World. I love the way you and Jim have taught me to love the Chimps.My heart is sore to hear th sad news on Jim passing over.Thank you for all the work you do to save these wonderfull animals.ALL MY LOVEcINDY. I 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. Keep up the good work Alison - the world needs you even more now. CarlaI've only just heard and I am so upset about it. Jim was a very special man and Alison must miss him terribly, however, his legacy lives on at Monkey World. Monkey World is cool and Jim's work has paid off, been setting my sky plus to record two episodes of monkey world every day. I wish you all the luck Alison and I'm sure Jim is watching over you and seeing what a great job that you are doing. Keep strong x x, TanyaOne of my favourite programmes is Monkey Business,on DSTV South Africa Alison hope you go from strength to strength and you are in everyone's thoughts, nicola bealesI am so sorry to learn of Jim's death. Nicola, PeterboroughMe and My Husband first started watching monkey world on animal planet and we have been hooked ever since we haven't been to visit the centre in dorset yet but we are planning to go in the future,What Jim and Alison have done in highlighting the plight of Primates in the world is amazing with the help of Jeremy,Mike and the other care staff and people behind the scenes of Monkey World Long may people continue to support them so that Jim's legacy can live on. I know she will have imersed herself in work but now she needs to be kind to herself and relax and let her team of dedicated staff support her. Shortly after joining the group, Johni began to act dominant towards the other chimps in the group, which was unusual for a new arrival, who usually starts off as low ranking. I am sure there have been some dark days but as you know,when you look in to the eyes and the expressions on those little faces that you see every day will keep you grounded and strong as well as focused. What a wonderful place he & Alison have created. Alsion, Jim and their dedicated staff have done a fantastic job in Dorset. I admire you so much. It is so good to know that Alison is continuing the work she & Jim founded. Therese DugganI was saddened to hear of Jim Cronin's death. With Jim Cronin gone it's more important than ever that we all help Alison Cronin and colleagues to fight the fight to save apes all over the world.The sight of any animal in trouble is horrifying but seeing baby chimps & orangs being used as pets and props is sickening and heart breaking. Most of us feel a passion for something but it remains just that. In 2005, change came when Carli, Tutti and Seamus left the nursery to join adult groups. Helen in SunburyJim's death is an absolute tradegy. International fans can watch via the Beyond Wildlife You Tube channel, in selected regions. Denise McNayI have been watching Money Business and have been overwhelmed at the love and care the monkeys receive from the staff at Monkey World. That same year, Chipperfield was found guilty of 12 counts of animal cruelty and was fined 8,500. How many times has Jeremy Keeling been married? Good luck to Alison and all your wonderful staff Jim was a special man sent to do a special job and he has certainly done that and I think he will go on to impress our future generations God Bless Jim. the world would be so much better with more people like jim in it. Monkey work is a credit to them and i hope to see all the chimps and orangs again this year. Far from being a misanthrope who has only found satisfaction in relationships with animals, Keeling these days appears a man at peace with the world, content on the desert island of the 65-acre sanctuary near Wareham where he lives happily with Lou, his fifth wife, who conserves butterflies. Rest in peace Jim your wife has been a true and dedicated lady to the zoo.God Bless all who work there. A 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. He would have been so proud of you, Alison. Stay strong, the primates of this world needs you. Can't wait to see the place in person. [9], "Huge recognition for owner of Monkey World", "DR ALISON LORRAINE CRONIN director information. i love the program but when is the next seriers on last seen when alison has a new baby chimp arriving, i just happened apon this site tonight, how can Jim be dead, he is my hero, god bless alison, long live Charlie.xxxxxxxx, what a great man who showed these animals how to be monkeys and to get back to there roots he is greatly missed, My heart goes out to you Alison on your sad loss. I have only just realised that Jim died and am very upset, he was a fantastic person and his work was second to none, I wish Alison all the best in her continuation of the work, and thank them both for such a wonderful wildlife work. So shocked. His life was very worthwhile. I would like to pass on my sincere condolences to his family & friends/Colleagues - another great conservationist has been took before his time. Only the good die young , it's true. I live in a Northern Ireland but the next time I am in England I will visit Monkey World. We have over 20 woolly monkeys who live in 4 different groups at the park, run by the dominant males Levar, Chippy, Enzo and Paulo. Our love to you Alison as you continue with yours and Jims work. Maureen SudellI have been watching monkey world recently and have only just heard of the terrible death of Jim. We know we are. I think Jim and Alison have done a brilliant job. I appreciate what Alison is going through as I lost my husband suddenly this Feb again suddenly. claire, jim has left the most loving kind work any one could ever do .i did not know he had passed away till last night.my prays go with you and his workmates .you are wonderful people the world would be a lovely place if there were more like you and jim .god bless xxxxx. Te way I see the animals being used as a pets or in the movies is completely different than before , //thank you, Jim will never be forgotten,keep up the good work Alison & all the wonderful staff, Hi Alison i have watched your programme for about two and was very shocked and saddened by Jim`s death my husband and i came down for my birthday last week a lovely place reconized some of the monkey`s keep up the good work well done to you all x. we (my wife and i)met/saw him at monkeyworld, you could sense the passion he had for his work. AND HAVE WATCHED MONKEY WORLD ALL THE TIME! Hi Alison so sorry to hear the sad loss of Jim it was such a shock I've been watching Monkey Business for a while Iwatched Monkey Life on sky last nite and at the end it said In Memory of Jim I was in shock So glad you and the rest of your colleagues are keeping up the good work and his memory living on in the monkey world I love watching Jeremy in with them too Keep up the good work Alison Take care. Love to Alison & the rest of the team you all do such a wonderful job. Arianespace SA is the world's oldest commercial rocket launch company. Monkey Life (TV Series 2007- ) - IMDb julie hodgkinsonI was saddened to hear that jim had died. Many have mental as well as physical problems so the Primate Care Staff treat their individual needs until they can be reintegrated with primates of their own kind. well done to every one at monkey world for the fantastic work you do especially alison for carrying on the work which her husband started i admire you and your staff so much keep up the good work R.I.P JIM. During Chipperfield's court case, Trudy went under the name of "Alice" for her protection. hi my name is chantal and I have adoped pip the littel chimp. joyce o'neili did watch monkey world a lot, for a time, & then started to watch it again, i didn't know Jim Cronin, had died.it was heartbreaking to hear, he was a very good person, my heart goes out for his family, & wife Alison, you are doing a wonderful job, looking forwards to coming to monkey world this year,we are very proud of what you both have done, all the very best to you Alison, & your team of workers,you all work so very hard, MargaretOnly the good die young! I would like to congratulate the team on the tremendous work that they do. Alison Cronin - Wikipedia I had the pleasure of once meeting Jim and Alison while in Dorset , their passion for the plight of these poor primates was moving , I would put on my boots and work at the sanctuary at the drop of a pin , it is not often enough in life we meet such wonderful people . Which Teeth Are Normally Considered Anodontia. just discovered tonight on Chanel 5 that Jim was dead. No animal should have to do a humans bidding and be treated as a slave. They married in 1996. !Teressa Wolverhampton England, the fantastic work you have done and will continue doing will be a lasting memorial, the work you do is fantastic, the dedication of you and your team is superb. Jim, Alison and Jeremy have inspired me to want to do more anyway I can. Steve BateyThe passion and love for the task in hand always shone through. I hope one day i will be able to see what wonderful work you do for myself. i watch the programme alot and wish i could help in some way. I respect the work he has done and the legacy he has left behind. this is all down to jim and he deserves his legacy to be long lasting. I wish Alison all the best for the future, Monkey World is in good hands! Helen ReaReally love the programme on channel 5 the dedi cation of all the staff is absolutely wonderful. He's work was inspirational, the monkeys and apes of this world have lost a true friend. Alison and Jim were a wonderful partnership, my family send our love and condolences to Alison and Jim's family. 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. I planto visit soon. it was so sad to hear of the death of jim alison and jim were like family to me and my husband sadly missed,im sure alison will carry on the good work,but she will miss jim terrible they worked so hard for all primates.good luck allison and all the workers love you all,i will watch you every day all the very best from wilma from stockport, xx, Just been watchin monkey life and was absolutly shocked to learn that jim had died 2 yrs ago.I think they are all wonderful people that work at mokey world but if it wasn't for jim and alison it wouldn't be a reality.I send my condolances to Alison keep up the spectacular work girl sorry for your loss. Alison and Jim were a wonderful partnership, my family send our love and condolences to Alison and Jim's family. Sonja Mollink Stolze South AfricanWe were so shocked to read about Jim. I have watched Monkey World on T.V. He seemed like a lovely man. Many thanks, Count always your blessings and never your losses. He will always be in our thoughts - it's a pity there's not more like him in this world. The special opens with Tang telling MK that the legends of the Monkey King are only the beginning of a new chapter.. Monkey world is not a zoo,it's a rescue Center for endangered primates and animals that have suffered at the hands of human beings in this country and the world .Alison the owner is truly a outstanding person and has given her life and passion to achieve what is monkey world and sister rescue Center Dao Tien her efforts are amazing.Our family She is the dominant female of Hananya's Group . xxxx. !To Alison you are doing a fantastic job.You and your staff are brilliant at what you do.pity i live so far away or i would give you an helping hand.Keep up the great work! What a special bond Jim had with the chimps and primates. gillianYou do a great job, petty there isnt more people like you in the world. One day I will get to England and visit the centre. We are extremely shocked to hear of his death as we were when Steve Irewin died. Hopefully, we will get to visit the centre at some point. leighton kay we visited monkey world 3 months after jims passing , as a family of 4 children and we really . Those darling primates need you all the more now. mandy sankeyi didn't know of jim's death 'till ive just seen the credits on one of your programmes, my family and i have had so much pleasure watching monkey business, such a fresh approach in teaching us to be more aware of what our actions can cause to animals, jim will be missed but also not forgotten,all the best for the future. There's a Good Reason why Insiders are Buying Shares . Good luck to Alison and everyone at Monkey World. I think Jeremey has an amazing touch with this apes!! Keep on the good work and go for it. Dawn JeffersI am shocked at the passing of Jim. Bless him & Alison for the wonderful work they do & Alison will continue tod, ann rushto all the staff &allison u all do a great job i love the program so much i watch every day. can't believe it, i'm devastated. you do great things for monkeys im proud for you keep going and help more furry indangerd frainds. My sympathy to you and all your family. His widow Alison Cronin and the staff at Monkey World have continued to run the centre. I had no idea about Jim. Monkey world has helped so many apes may it long continue. I only started watching Monkey Business recently and was very intrigued by the show and the humble and noble Jim who I thought was inspirational. Today (24th May 2009) would have been our 51st wedding anniversary.I send you all my very sincere good wishes - love fromMargaret Lavender. I am glad to hear that his wife intends to carry on his work. I am spellbound by your television programme and am humbled by your dedication to the rescue and welfare of these primates.I wish you continued support to carry on this work so selflessy.I am sad to see how much weight Alison has lost since her very tragic bereavement, and hope that she will remain strong to carry on. alison garveysorry to here about alisons husband.the last time i went to monkry world i found it was a nice& natural place for the animals to live i hope to go back. You and Jim will have a very special place in heaven for what you have done in your lifetimes. You both have done amazing work to keep the place running. Condolences to his wife Alison & family. i was very sad to hear about the death of jim ,it was a shock when i learnt of it.to all the staff and alison ,keep up the good work. Hopefully, we will get to visit the centre at some point. I pray that Alison will continue to keep Jim's dream alive. These wonderful programmes are available for just 20 per series! Today (24th May 2009) would have been our 51st wedding anniversary.I send you all my very sincere good wishes - love fromMargaret Lavender. You were a wonderful couple and sure you will miss him so much but know that you will continue his wishes.
