Family mourns Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau in heartfelt tribute
- Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau were killed by a drunk driver while biking in New Jersey the day before their sister's wedding.
- Their uncle shared a message of hope, highlighting the support from family, friends, and the community during this tragic time.
- The family is preparing for a final farewell while also dealing with the impact of the brothers' untimely deaths on their loved ones.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, brothers and professional hockey players, tragically lost their lives in a biking accident caused by an alleged drunk driver in Oldmans Township, New Jersey, just a day before their sister's wedding. The incident occurred when Sean Higgins, a 43-year-old Army major, struck the brothers from behind while attempting to pass two vehicles. The family is devastated, with their sister Katie and her fiancé Devin Joyce canceling their wedding plans in light of the tragedy. The brothers' uncle, Jim Gaudreau, expressed the family's grief and gratitude for the overwhelming support they have received from friends, family, and even strangers. He emphasized the strength the family has found in the love and kindness shown to them during this difficult time. Memorials have been established in honor of Johnny and Matthew, with many people leaving heartfelt messages and tokens of remembrance. Johnny, 31, is survived by his wife Meredith and their two young children, while Matthew, 29, leaves behind his pregnant wife Madeline, who is expecting their first child in December. The family has set up a GoFundMe page that has raised over $555,000 to support the widows and children left behind. As the family prepares to lay the brothers to rest, they are reminded of the impact Johnny and Matthew had on the lives of those around them. Jim Gaudreau concluded with a message of hope, stating that despite their immense loss, the family will rise again, united in their grief and love for the brothers.