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. BH20 6HH. We are currently taking applications for Primate Care Staff volunteers. 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. Following this, Hananya took over as leader. I wish Alison and her wonderful team all the best for Monkey World's future. 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. I visited Monkey World with my husband and two young sons in the first few days of its opening,it was very quiet at the time and we were met by a really nice friendly American guy with dark curly hair.He proceeded to give us a personal tour of the site answering our and the boys many questions as it was the first time we had ever seen apes in such free and open living conditions.I could tell from our conversations with him that he was a man with a dream and that Monkey World was just the beginning of that dream.It was nt until I left that I remarked to a lady working there what a great time I had particularly recieving such personal attention that she told me that the man was the owner Jim Cronin.I hope that he managed to achieve in his lifetime some of that dream and that Alison who I can see from the TV programmes also shares that dream can carry on the good work that they both managed to achieve so far. Our love to you Alison as you continue with yours and Jims work. I'll just say what I wanted to say the first time when I saw your work: You make me proud to be a member of the human race (wich isn't always the case), thank you with all my heart! I have never seen such dedication to wildlife as were jim and alison I pray for jim and also for alison who must have thought her world had fallen apart.Rest in peace jim your work and dedication here in england and around the world will never be forgotten. They had the courage to tackle major issues with animal cruelty and there is so much of it being swept under the carpet.I hope Alison has the fortitude to continue the great work at Monkey World. Monkey work is a credit to them and i hope to see all the chimps and orangs again this year. He loved them so and his joy could be clearly seen whenever he and Alision would finally succeed in any of their hard fought rescues. For guest services role applications, please complete the application form and return with a CV to hradmin@monkeyworld.org. 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. Many thanks, Count always your blessings and never your losses. Do Men Still Wear Button Holes At Weddings? Monkey World Monkey World 6,100 Reviews #4 of 23 things to do in Wareham Nature & Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas Longhorns, Wareham BH20 6HH, England Open today: 10:00 - 17:00 Save Reviewed 1 week ago banco46 London, United Kingdom 144 147 Rude staff Review of Monkey World Reviewed 15 January 2016 via mobile Keep on the good work and go for it. [7][8], In 2018, Cronin was awarded an honorary degree from Oxford Brookes University for her work. AND HAVE WATCHED MONKEY WORLD ALL THE TIME! We as a family always watch Monkey World and would like to say what a good person Jim was and carry on with the good work Alison. The world has lost a wonderful, caring, exceptional man. I have just realised that Jim died.One thing i will never understand,why the best people so wonderfull people always go so early.He was something special.God be with you Alison.God rest his soul. Just over a year since Jims death,I hope Alison is starting to come to terms with her loss. VISITED MONKEY WORLD IN 2004. We watch the program every day, it's our daily SOAP.eep up the good work Alison! If you ever need something from this side of the world (Israel), dont hesitate to ask. gemma gilvaryjust found out jim died im so shocked.i never miss monkey buisness amazing job u both did keep on going alison in jims memory. David WorthyLike many others, i had not realised that Jim had sadley died. Pet monkeys typically cost between $4,000 and $8,000 each. I've had the very great pleasure to visit Monkeyworld twice and on both occasions it left me wanting to visit the park again. It amazed me at the content way the monkeys lived in their enclosures and how natural the habitat was for them compared to other "zoos" i have visited. They arive bewildered sometimes with terrible mental and physical scars and thanks to the care and dedication of Jim and his amazing team they blossom and thrive .I hope Alison can now look forward and see a brighter future for herself. Johni is named after John Lewis, a wildlife vet who worked with Monkey World from 1989 until his death in 2020 and was the person responsible for sterilising Clin. I wish Alison and her wonderful team all the best for Monkey World's future. Jim and you are doing great work, I have only just found this site(new to computers) sorry to hear he has gone, take care Alison and comfort in all you both acheived together. Learn how and when to remove this template message, "UK | England | Dorset | Monkey World boss Jim Cronin dies", "BBC News | UK | Abused chimp's new life", Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre MONKEY BUSINESS STAR DIES, "UK | England | Dorset | Charity rescues Chilean monkeys", "Dorset sanctuary completes world's biggest monkey rescue", "Kiki the rescued chimpanzee welcomed at Monkey World (From Bournemouth Echo)", "Meet Kalu the chimpanzee, the latest arrival at Monkey World", "Not one but TWO rare woolly monkey births! joy fox.I love to watch they do a wonderful job. 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. i can only watch from my living room at what you manage to achieve. Monkey World's directors Jim and Alison Cronin with help from David Attenborough and Jane Goodall, were able to prevent this and Trudy was allowed to remain at Monkey World. The park is open to visitors every day apart from Christmas Day. I watched the Monkey world programmes and thought he and his wife were a unique couple dedicating their lives to protection of primates and the stories of Monkey World which I have always found fastinaing. Remember Alison behind every good man or woman stands a very special some one who also has that passion and drive, as Jim did. can't believe it, i'm devastated. hi alison iam so a sorry abouts jim death my condolances to you and your family vera molina el paso texas zoo volunteer. I have only recently discovered the programmes made about Monkey World. We should all remember the great work that Jim started and continue to support his work and support Alison in her struggle to rescue primates. she loved it so much that she can not waite to return and see ash. Such a shame, I feel so sorry for Alison. There are currently 4 types of DBS check: Should you be required to complete any one of the above disclosures, a charge may apply. What a shock so much he and his wife has done. davidsfiler@hotmail.co.ukHave been watching recent T.V.especially rescue/arrival of the 88 capuchins from Chile.No follow-up are they O.K? Longthorns Good luck and god bless. I cried when I heard the news of Jim's death. While doing that he gave us lesser humans a chance to see some of those apes in monkey business. I really hope that his love will be with you for ever. We have watched Monkey World with interest over a long period of time, and have always been filled with admiration for the work of both Jim and Alison Cronin and all their staff. Keep up the wonderfull work Alison which i'm sure you will, jim's memory and his legacy will go on for a very long time. Bart suffers from type one diabetes. I would like to pass my sincere condolences to his wife who has also worked tirelessly in their cause. May I take this opportunity in wishing Alison all the very best in the future for carrying on with this wonderful work at Monkey World. but his legacy will of course live on and thats the most important thing. A great man who will be sorely missed. just been watching the new show and saw the 'in memory' credit for jim cronin. the standard and passion has been set for future generations to follow and build on. Alison, your husband was a wonderful man. They married in 1996. I have never forgotten the visit, and how I left feeling entirely different about primates. Jan. what a wonderful man if only every body in this world were like jim what a wonderful place it would bew. Most of the monkeys they have saved have been repatriated to countries like Indonesia. During that time he became one of the foremost. My favourite moment is when Seamus is let back into the nursery and gets the biggest hug from Sally, I think, correct me if I am wrong. [15] Since opening, Dao Tien has confiscated and/or rescued over 50 endangered primates including golden-cheeked gibbons, pygmy slow loris, black-shanked douc, grey-shanked douc, southern white-cheeked gibbon, northern buffed-cheeked gibbon, white-faced saki and silvered langur. 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. Thank you for all you do. I WAS SO SHOCKED TO JUST NOW 2 YEAR GONE JUST TO LEARN ABOUT JIMS PASSING. He was truely a great human being and is sadley missed by everyone. And I'm so glad that Alison is keeping her dear husbands dream alive. I just watched an episode of Monkey Life and noticed that it was dedicated to the memory of Jim Cronin,I visited Monkey World a couple of years ago and met Jim and Alison, what a lovely couple to talk to and what a lot of good they have achieved. Please let me know where donations can be made which will be secure. Jo BrownHow I admire the way Jim and Alison cared for the apes. Keep up the good work. ya doing a great job there , took my kids there last year they loved it and we will be back, take care all, How can someone who does such a great job be taken?? 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. Dear Alison im shocked on just learning of Jims death you both had a passionate understanding of the care and needs of all primates my heart goes out to you in your sad loss of jim i know how you are feeling i have just lossed my husband to good luck for the future Alison x, Jim Cronin carried out the work on primates that the rest of us only dream about. Be strong Alison so that you could continue the good work which you and Jim have done. Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre After watching Monkey Business on TV in Australia, my views and understanding of all primates have changed for the better. They posed as buyers, going in to the markets and collecting evidence which they presented to the Thai authorities. His passion and dedication were unique. val gillott hucknall notts..hello alison keep up the good work. Keep up the righteous fight.Much Respect. Alison keep up the good work and remember God needed a good person in Heaven and then He saw Jim. what a legend.when i heard about it, i couldn't believe it. i too love watching monkey world and was so shocked to see jim had passed away.I wish Alison courage to carry on the fantastic work. Thank God for sending angels like them to earth to champion the cause of animal abuse. !GOD BLESS YOU ALL!! To his wife Alison goodluck with all your work . Cronin was born in September 1966 as Alison Lorraine Ames in San Diego, California. Director id 911101463", "Jim Cronin, Foe of Illegal Trade in Primates, Dies at 55", "Conservationists of the built and natural world to receive honorary degrees - Oxford Brookes University", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Alison_Cronin&oldid=1152448328, This page was last edited on 30 April 2023, at 08:40. i think alison is amazing for what she is doing carrins it a on by her self (with the help of the staff aswell)i am realy up set an whish alison and every 1 well xxxxx. Interested committed members of the public are welcome to apply for a volunteer position within our education department. RIP. Monkeys are primates that comprise a wide range of species throughout much of the tropical world. [2] She studied biological anthropology at Cambridge University. Today (24th May 2009) would have been our 51st wedding anniversary.I send you all my very sincere good wishes - love fromMargaret Lavender. The break up of his parents marriage is well known and Jeremy certainly goes into long and lengthy details about it. lots of love from charlotte my grandaughter and myself. I'm sure Alison will make Jim proud as she continues her work at Monkey World. I'm sure Alison will make Jim proud as she continues her work at Monkey World. I have just found out about Jim Cronin's death when accessing the website for the first time today. even though when we went it was pureing it down with rain. Younger, more rare and friendlier monkeys tend to cost more. im also upset at the passing of charlie, but thanks to monkey world he had a good and happy life. 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. Also that year, a female chimp named Cherri (who had previously been in the same group as Rodney) joined the group and formed a close bond with Trudy despite lacking parenting skills to raise her son Seamus (who went on to join the nursery group and later the Bachelor Group). i 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, Only the good die young! His loss is deaply felt and may his great soul rest in heaven. sue clarkei have been watching monkey world on channel 5 for the past few weeks and what a lovely programme and what wonderful work all your staff do to make life so special for the monkeys etc congratulations. I am shocked to have only just learnt of the death of Jim..he was such a vibrant happy man.and with his lovely wife who cared so much for these animals.God Bless. Your work is so important to the survival of these beautiful creatures. mary terzzamy son & my self love to watch monkey world, it shows that ther are some good people in this world, keep up the good work. Love Sabine. One day I will get to England and visit the centre. Why are there no gorillas at Monkey World? What jim did for these beautiful animals is outstanding you both put them first before anything else. These fascinating creatures have individual characters and the series follows them in their daily life. God Bless Jim for all his wonderful work. I was shocked to see it was dedicated to the memory of jim cronin. All the best to you Alison, I'm happy to know monkeys in need still have you. love the tv series. i have lived in spain for two years now and have only just found out. Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre takes its responsibility to protect visitors to the park seriously, by asking staff and volunteers in certain roles (as defined using appropriate DBS guidance) to undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check. Will see you all soon.Deepest sympathy Brian. best wishes and thoughts, Teresa Birmingham, Enland, wilma campbellI would just like to say i think jim done a wonderfull job and I watch every eposode of monkey world. 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. He stuck to his dream and made monkey world, and now Alison is carrying out his dream.God bless them all. thanks jim. It's a sad loss for the family, monkeys and for anyone interested in ending the cruel practise in the trade of primates.or any animal. Oh Alison honey - I am so sorry to hear what happened to your Jim When I saw the credit to Jim on a recent episode last evening 03.05.08 - I couldnt believe my eyes. I have told several friends about Monkey World & after visiting they also thought the same. After Jimmy was removed from the bedroom, Johni's foot was examined, but fortunately there was no serious injury. 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. We have just sat and watched an episode of monkey world and the rescue of capuchin monkeys from a dealer in wales.We were stunned at the end of the program to see in memory of Jim Cronin M.B.E.I was so saddened at that news .My heart goes out to Alison on her loss .I am sure there is far more work for her to do in Jim's memory at monkey world .What a wonderful legacy he has left us all with monkey world .our thoughts are with you Alison and all the friends and colleagues at Monkey world, hi i am sorry about jim i lost my sister when i was 7 and we both love monkeys and i promised her that one day i will meet a orangutan just hoping i can keep my promise like you have to jim he would be so proud of you, you are amazing x, Jim and Alison do work at home and abroad that most people could only dream of doing, they have changed the lives of so many primates and people alike who were lucky enough to encounter them or watch the program on Animal Planet. I'll do what I can to support Monkey World from here on. Keep up the good work Alison You are truly a wonderfull person Monkey world is lucky to have you.God Bless. 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. Calling Monkey World on a satellite phone on a UN mission, he enlisted the help of Jim and Alison to nurture the chimp back to full health. Keep up the good work everyone - it is very much appreciated by all your visitors and we're sure by all the inhabitants at Monkey World. Keep up the fantastic work!! Alison my thoughts are with you xx Jim has bought so much peace into the lives of so many primates, now it's his turn, rest in peace Jim xx From the monkeys of the world Jim, thankyou xx, iam so sorry to hear about jims death he will be gratly missed.we have just come back from spain and we saw little monkeys still being used to take photos of tourests inthe markets once again my heart gos out to you for your loss may god bless you. For this reason, we have listed some local B&Bs, hotels & guest houses, camping and caravan parks and self-catering accommodation providers. Hopefully, we will get to visit the centre at some point. I think Jim Cronin did a really excellent job at monkey world and I really admire his work and the work of Alison and all the rest of the people at monkey world. Maureen SudellI have been watching monkey world recently and have only just heard of the terrible death of Jim. She was Tuan and RoRo's daughter, Hsiao-Ning's . I'm gonna take my staff and protect this world! Was shocked to just discover Jim died, really can't believe it! It is America's most diverse rocket company, which is capable of launching to a wide variety . They were joint directors of Monkey World. I was saddened to hear of Jim Cronin's death. I LIVED IN POOLE DORSET FROM THE YEAR 1969- TO 1973. My heart goes out to Alison, family & friends. I regularly watched this programme as my late father Bill Collard, also rescued and bred chimps and orangutangs on a smaller scale. I have never forgotten the visit, and how I left feeling entirely different about primates. I know she will keep their passion alive and keep givig us all such pleasure. Elizabeth Greeni am watching maokey world on sky so programs are over year old I was so saddened to hear of the passing of Jim a wonderful work you do. 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. I can truly feel with Alison as I lost my husband and best friend too. I was taken with sadness when at the end I saw that the program was in his memory. Good luck and god bless. Marina Dorscia (Hull)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. God Bless you Alison, you are in our thoughts. MET MY ENGLISH HUSBAND, AND THEN WE MOVED TO NORWAY IN 1982. It was while he worked in Kent that he learnt about the plight of the chimpanzees being worked in Europe on the beach as photographers prop. So so sorry to hear about jim the beloved protector of the primates. South Africans need to be educated in this field. However, three days later, Aris became lethargic. we have been regular visitors to monkey world, and now our daughter is old enough we will be bringing her with us..i only met jim once breifly but his passion for what he loves was evident, he was a credit to his wife and the plight of the chimpanzees, alison our hearts go out to you both yourself and jim were a good team im pretty sure jim will be keeping an eye on you a nd watching the good work you are doing i live in nottinghamshire and wish i lived nearer to you i would love to help out it would be my dream just to hold one of your primates in my arms also alison would you give our regards to jerramy who to me is your right arm god bless you all at monkey life xx. with the primates and how much he loved and cared for them. While we read about animal rescue in books and shake our head at the television he and Alison were working the long hours actually doing the work. I love Monkey Business so decided to look up exactly where it is, so we can visit. Monkey World is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. Keep up the good work Alison and know that Jim will always be there to guild you through. Life in Gordon's Group and Death (2007) In 2007, Aris was moved into Gordon's Group and was introduced to it's then members Gordon, Hsiao-Quai, Kai and Hsiao-Lan. The world has lost a good good man and you were a great inspiration and would be sorely missed. I hope we can all add a little to that memory by adding our bit to help the apes and monkeys around the world that Jim loved. I take my hat off to you!Well done Alison. The works carried out by Jim and Alison have been amazing. 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. StaloI have just realised that Jim died.One thing i will never understand,why the best people so wonderfull people always go so early.He was something special.God be with you Alison.God rest his soul. May God bless Jim's soul and give Alison the strength to continue their amazing ministry with animals. I can't believe it is nearly 2 years ago. i 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. However when it was time for them to meet the group's second-in-command Jimmy, disaster struck when Jimmy accepted Hebe but attacked Johni and bit her foot. Home | About | Contact | Copyright | Report Content | Privacy | Cookie Policy | Terms & Conditions | Sitemap. If your application is successful, you may, depending on the position applied for, be asked to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service form. i have lived in spain for two years now and have only just found out. Thank you Jim. 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. That same year, Chipperfield was found guilty of 12 counts of animal cruelty and was fined 8,500. In 2004, Rodney died from a heart attack after getting into a fight with the other males in the group. Monkey World is a FANDOM Lifestyle Community. 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. sheilayour love of jim and the work you did and continue to do will give you the strength to carry on. Steve FooJims passion for the Monkeys and the work he did was inspiring and with alison and her team i am sure it will continue. I couldn't believe on seeing, at the end of a programme from Monkey World "In memory of Jim Cronin. THE EXCELLENT WORK THAT HE STARTED MUST CONTINUE AND I AM CERTAIN THAT UNDER ALISON'S LEADERSHIP IT WILL . julie hodgkinsonI was saddened to hear that jim had died. My condolances to her and all his friends and family. I keeped seeing In Memory of the Late Jim Cronin MBE. Your heart made be heavy but both of your love is all around in Monkey World and may it always live on. wilma blackleyit 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, kelli jonesJust 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, henkmm@caiway.nlkeep up the good work thanks. I think the work done by Jim and Alison is outstanding, Jim was a truly remarkable guy and Alison must feel a very luck lady to have shared a very important part of his life with him. Our kids are very impatient. but his legacy will of course live on and thats the most important thing. . nicky rowbottomMy husband and i were very saddened to hear the news about Jim. The 24 species of primates at the park range from apes such as chimpanzees, who were taken from the wild as babies and used as photographers props on Spanish beaches to monkeys such as marmosets, many of which were rescued from the UK pet trade. 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. Why Do Cross Country Runners Have Skinny Legs? I'm really upset now, I've just found out Jim Cronin died when I was watching Monkey Life on Animal planet last night, I started crying when the news broke out. For the future we should all try to make Jims dreams/vision come true. a great loss he is to the world. Alison, you must be so proud of the man you married, keep up this good work you are doing. what a sad shock, a wonderfull program and a wonderfull person just like charlie a great personality and he will be missed by all. Jim will always be remembered for making his dreams come true.Alison keep strong and we all look forward to many more years of reading and viewing the superb work you and your team will complete. Copyright 2019 Monkey World. My deepest sympathies go out to Alison and the rest of the team. I watch Monkey Life on animal planet and think the work you do is fantastic!!! I great guy and a fellow Italian Bronxite! she loved it so much that she can not waite to return and see ash. 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.

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