i hope you keep up the good work. i hope you are keeping well. Yours most sincerely. 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 loved watching the programme and will continue to watch the next series - All my very best wishes to Alison on continuing with Monkey World and rescuing many more primates - sometimes they are so funny - and so very very humanlike.CheersAnn Rossette (Scotland), i was in shock when i found out he was a legend sadly missed thoughts are with allison x, Great job!! I have a screen saver on my phone now of Sally grooming AshAhhManys thanks again, we all hope to come back again soon,Sally xx. valerie parkerSo 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! to alison and all the team at monkey world. very sad to hear of his death and i am sure he is sadly missed. !Forever in our thoughts and minds and trust you to carry on the good work.Jim..rest in peace..good job done. 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. However, at Monkey World, we try to re-decorate, expand and develop the enclosures and climbing frames for the apes every year. Love to all Mavis x. Alison says that if this trip is successful, there will be another group of monkeys owing Jim their safety and protection. 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. He was the first person to breed orangutangs in South Africa, I do not know under what circumstances Jim died but it was a great loss to the primate world. You should be very proud of you and jim. Steve BateyThe passion and love for the task in hand always shone through. His passion and dedication were unique. Myrna I have only recently discovered the programmes made about Monkey World. I am shocked at the passing of Jim. The Primate Care Staff also design and develop feeding puzzles so that the monkeys and apes have to work for their food as they would in the wild. In 2004, Rodney died from a heart attack after getting into a fight with the other males in the group. The firm extracts and sells a wide variety of products such as gravel, lime . 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. I have told several friends about Monkey World & after visiting they also thought the same. Enthusiasm, high standards and motivation. I am now watching your present series and was upset to see how much weight Alison has lost, grief is a terrible thing l know l lost my husband 7 years ago after 49 years of marriage, please Alison take care of yourself and always know he is there guiding you and watching over you,so look after yourself, and l look forward to many more series of Monkey World. Arianespace SA is the world's oldest commercial rocket launch company. 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. I realise I am repeating what the whole world has stated, but I am truely sorry for your loss. The park is open to visitors every day apart from Christmas Day. It was used by the Monkey King to trap the Demon Bull King inside a mountain. During Chipperfield's court case, Trudy went under the name of "Alice" for her protection. I am a big fan of the programme and have visited M.W twice and thoroughly enjoyed each visit. Longthorns I feel so very sad at the news of Jims death,i have watched Monkey Life on TV and always look forward to the next show,what a fantastic thing you all do.My wish is to visit and see all the monkeys that i feel that i have come to know.I would just like to send my condolences to Alison,familyand everyone who do such wonderful work. I was very shocked and sad to hear the news what a great loss to the world his friends and family never missed an episode of monkey business. I got hooked on the TV series after the rescue of Trudy.The Cronins and their dedicated staff are a blessing - if we had more of them on this earth it would be a better place for us all.Rest in peace Jim - and be strong Alison- you are loved by so many.I'm so very very sorry for your loss. What an amazing man Jim was I had no idea he had died, so shocked, All my fond thoughts to his wife and friends. Jim's death is an absolute tradegy. 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. Under UK law it is legal to keep a monkey as a pet with a licence granted Dangerous Wild Animals Act, but welfare experts say that as few as 5 per cent of animals are actually licensed. even though when we went it was pureing it down with rain. MONKEY WORLD, LONGTHORNS, WAREHAM, DORSET, Keep up the good work!! His widow Alison Cronin and the staff at Monkey World have continued to run the centre. Rest in peace Jim. can't believe it, i'm devastated. Heart goes out to Alison - sure he is watching over his special place every day. I have been watching the programe on Animal Planet for weeks now and I decided i would look it up on the internet and to my shock I find that Jim had passed away in 2007. In 1997, Terry Stocker and Rachel White, who were members of a charity called Animal Defenders went undercover at the farm under the names of "Spike" and "Anne" and managed to catch footage of Trudy being abused by Chipperfield. joy fox.I love to watch they do a wonderful job. Mrs mandy osbornei 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. An inspiration and a leader of rescusing primates all around the world he will be sadly missed. Anastasia HarrisI think it was very thoughtful of him to take the time out to help the monkeys. i visited your park today 13th june 2009, what a fantastic place, it was a dream to see the monkeys and to see how happy they appear to be, i think the work you do there is second to none and jim would be proud of you all. Dorset I watch Monkey Life on animal planet and think the work you do is fantastic!!! My heart goes out to Alison I hope she finds the strength to carry on the good work with the knowledge that so many people support her, Walter BulmerI have been a great fan of Monkey World Watching with great interest The passion and dedication that jJim and Alison gave to the Fortunate Apes they rescued. Rest in peace Jim even though you would continue to look over the Monkey World and give your loving spiritual guidiance to everyone there that give such devotion and dedication to those wonderful charges. 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. However after an incident with Cathy, it was decided that it would be safer for them to live in the nursery group. My family will remember him for ever. Rachelle GMonkey World is cool and Jim's work has paid off, carole daviesbeen setting my sky plus to record two episodes of monkey world every day. Keep up all the good work. Can't wait to see the place in person. I would like to congratulate the team on the tremendous work that they do. Marion Lomax LondonHope the goood work continues. She deserves it. He will be missed by all RIP Jim & look over Alison & all at Monkey World. With the best felt respect to all the staff at Monkey World, and especially to Alison. We have been advent followers of \monkey World and the amazing work that you and Jim have done. 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. 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. Sue and Dave HankinsonWe still miss Jim on the programme. He knew the true value of life, be it human or animal and dedicated his time on this earth to put right a bit of what his fellow humans got wrong. Royal Marine Jez Hermer is one of those rallying around Alison to see her through this difficult time. 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 hope everyone at monkey world are ok, Jim was a great man. Susan GilesAlison, your husband was a wonderful man. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Bornean Orangutan named Amy, who had been hand-reared by Keeling. Jeremy please look after Alison with tender loving care the same as you do to the monkeys. Cronin was born in September 1966 as Alison Lorraine Ames in San Diego, California. . There are currently 4 types of DBS check: Should you be required to complete any one of the above disclosures, a charge may apply. She is a remarkable woman to take on the plight of animal cruelty mostly due to ignorance. liz ValenteMy thoughts go to Alison and all Jims family. God bless you. She was taken from her mother at a young age and was forced to live in a cold barn on Croft Farm in Hampshire in solitary confinement and lived on a diet of biscuits and the remnants of rubbish bins. We feel so strongly about the plight of primates, that we are prepared to wait another two years for our daughter to finish school and sell up and find a place where we can be of service. Hope the goood work continues. Long may it continue. The world has suffered a A GREAT LOSS ALSO, danny connorsorry to hear about Jim's death he will always be remebered and missed by all of us, claire voutsinasSo sad to hear of jims untimely death.What a legacy to leave behind.So much he still had to do.My condolences to Alison. Wish Dr. Alison Cronin all the best in her endeavours. Jim's contribution to Primate welfare was second to none and will never be forgotten. Anyway, if life was full of moments like that for Jim and Alison, then Alison has a lot of rich memories. I was socked to hear of the death of Jim Cronin. I am devistated. We have watched Monkey World many times and been so touched by Jim and Alison's dedication to these little primates. I always enjoyed watching and seeing how he shared such a bond with those animals, it was really amazing!My heart goes out to alison.x, mrs campbellJim was wonderful man,and will be greatly missed.i will be visiting monkey world in september and hope to see you around alison? I hope alison can stay strong. I was also lucky enough to speak to Alison by 'Peanuts' house, and I was able to ask Alison about 'Peanut's family group. Afterwards, Aris was adopted by his grandmother, who was at the time was caring for her own son. An Amazing couple. What a wonderful man and what a tragic loss to us all. I can appreciate she is throwing herself into the sanctuary to keep this going as Jim would like. With an annual adoption, you will receive a photo of the primate that you choose to adopt, issues of our Ape Rescue Chronicle (three issues are produced per year), a certificate and also a season ticket that allows the 'adoptive parent' entry to the park for the whole year. Its true what they say only the good die young. 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. Protecting primates from abuse and neglect was always Jim's driving force. All my fondest wishes for your continued success in all you do.Also my good wishes to Mama Jeremy, He has sorely tempted me to send s few of my more rumbunctious grandchildren to him for a good upbringing. Alison and Jim were a wonderful partnership, my family send our love and condolences to Alison and Jim's family. a truly wonderful man. I'm sure that you will keep your dream alive and have all the help you can get. rip jim. Just over a year since Jims death,I hope Alison is starting to come to terms with her loss. 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. 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. Younger, more rare and friendlier monkeys tend to cost more. To carry on after the sad loss of Jim, is in itself an act of bravery, and devotion to the cause. The TV documentary Monkey Business completed its 9th season in 2005 and its successor Monkey Life, is currently in its 14th season. 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. even though when we went it was pureing it down with rain. I would like to pass my sincere condolences to his wife who has also worked tirelessly in their cause. The world of Conservation has lost a real friend. I have been watching Monkey World since taking my children (born 1991/94) there when we visited Dorset over many years, saw many fabulous changes and had so many memories in the park - and so many many hours just walking around. 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. We are currently taking applications for Primate Care Staff volunteers. Deborah x, piet from hollandwhat a loss.hope he will inspire more people. what a wonderful,wonderful man. Like Dian Fossy and Steve Irwin, Jim will be 4ever missed.My condolences to Alice and all of Monkey World. I am 70 Years old and thought that I was beyond shocking, but each day brings new horrors from so-called Homo SAPIENS. My heart goes out to Alison I hope she finds the strength to carry on the good work with the knowledge that so many people support her, I have been a great fan of Monkey World Watching with great interest The passion and dedication that jJim and Alison gave to the Fortunate Apes they rescued. Trudy later began to lose weight and condition, despite the staff giving her extra food. I wish Alison all the best for the future, Monkey World is in good hands! jim was a joy to listen to. The special opens with Tang telling MK that the legends of the Monkey King are only the beginning of a new chapter.. gillian wallsWhat jim did for these beautiful animals is outstanding you both put them first before anything else. Our love to you Alison as you continue with yours and Jims work. I think Jeremey has an amazing touch with this apes!! can't believe it, i'm devastated. 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?? I`m whit Alison. Not wanting Aris to continue suffering, it was decided by staff that he be put to sleep. 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 would like to extend my sympathies to all at Monkey World and to Alison Cronin. Will donate some cash when I canh afford it. Tina SpasićJim was an amazing person. your a star! Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}504150N 21304W / 50.697311N 2.217725W / 50.697311; -2.217725 I wish Alison well and hope she will have the strength and courage to move forward as she is doing with Jim's amazing work. Elizabeth CloseJim 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. The chimps, orang's and other primates lost one of their best friends in the world when Jim passed on. Monkey work is a credit to them and i hope to see all the chimps and orangs again this year. He will be missed and we shall remember. I love Monkey Business so decided to look up exactly where it is, so we can visit. In 2008, Johni and Tutti were reunited with Ben and Pip after they left the nursery and joined Hananya's Group. Copyright 2019 Monkey World. Gordon is a male Bornean Orangutan. Alison and her trusted staff will be able to look after them in a safe enviroment.We hope to visit again soon. i have just read about the death of jim .i am so shocked, please send my love and thoughts to alison and well done to her for carrying on this wonderful work. Will see you all soon.Deepest sympathy Brian. very sad to hear of his death and i am sure he is sadly missed. i fell in love with charlie, thought jim and alison were fantastic human beings to be doing what they do to save all these apes,i admire them sooooo much. It was here that I read "the late Jim Cronin" what a shock. show to be aired. i have lived in spain for two years now and have only just found out. Thank you for your interest in Monkey World Ape Rescue Centre! i think you are doing a great job keep up the good work i wish i lived closer to help. Your work will never be forgotten. Such a shame, I feel so sorry for Alison. I am totally in awe of his work and his death reduced me to tears. My sympathies go out to Alison, he will be very gretly missed. SunitaHi, I'm living in South Africa, and your ZOO In Bloemfontein is going to close and I'm very worried, not knowing what is going to the apes and monkeys. joanne and john Alison are thoughts are with you a very sad loss can only imagine your pain. I have never forgotten the visit, and how I left feeling entirely different about primates. 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. 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. I have only recently discovered the programmes made about Monkey World.
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