Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith mourns the loss of her husband and brother-in-law Matthew while honoring their unbreakable bond as seen in throwback footage of her wedding.
- September 23, 2024
AceShowbiz - In the wake of the tragic bike crash that claimed the lives of Johnny Gaudreau and his brother Matthew Gaudreau, Meredith Gaudreau has shared a heartfelt message honoring their inseparable connection. Meredith posted a video of Matthew's speech from their September 2021 wedding, where he described the brothers' lifelong bond.
"John and myself have been inseparable our whole lives," Matthew said in his speech. "Any time you saw me, John was right beside. Any time you saw John, I was following along behind him."
In her caption, Meredith expressed her grief and asked Matthew to continue taking care of her husband in death. "Take care of John for me Matty love & miss you both," she wrote.
As the NHL preseason commences, teams are paying tribute to the Gaudreau brothers with a video montage and moment of silence. The video highlights their contributions to hockey and the community, emphasizing their shared love for the game and their unwavering support for each other.
Meredith Gaudreau expressed her gratitude for the tribute, saying, "So heart broken but forever grateful to be John's wife and Matty's sister. I love you both so much."
In another post, Meredith described Matthew as Johnny's "biggest fan" and his "absolute best friend." She also shared her commitment to support Matthew's wife, Madeline, who is expecting their first child. "I can't wait to return the honor when I become Tripp's aunt," Meredith wrote.
The suspected drunk driver responsible for the crash, Sean Higgins, has been arrested and charged with vehicular homicide. The Gaudreau brothers were killed the night before their sister's wedding, leaving their family and friends devastated.
Meredith's touching tributes and the NHL's poignant memorials serve as a reminder of the unbreakable bond between Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, whose love and friendship will forever be cherished.