Johnny Gaudreau and his wife Meredith (Photo via meredithgaudreau_/IG)
Johnny Gaudgreau’s wife, Meredith Gaudreau, has broken her silence following her devastating loss.
Gaudreau, a star winger for the Columbus Blue Jackets, lost his life under tragic circumstances this week. The 31-year-old was killed along with his brother, Matthew Gaudreau, while they were riding their bikes in the Oldsman Township in New Jersey on Thursday evening.
The brothers were struck by a drunk driver, who remained at the scene of the crash and has since been charged with two counts of death by auto.
Gaudreau’s family made a statement following the shocking incident on Friday. His wife has also shared a post of her own, taking to Instagram to upload several photos from their life together.
“Thank you for the best years of my life. Despite losing you, I am still the luckiest girl in the world to have been yours,” she wrote. “I love you so so much. You were perfect. Some days it felt too good to be true. I love every single thing about you. You are my forever and I can’t wait to be with you again. I love you so much forever and ever.”
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“Forever a part of the CBJ family, sending love from all of us ❤️,” the Blue Jackets commented.
Johnny Gaudreau’s Wife Sent Several Supportive Messages
The post drew several supportive comments from other users.
“I didn’t know your family personally, but the devastating news of Johnny and Matthew’s passing has myself as well as an entire nation mourning with you,” one wrote. “Through his unbelievable hockey career, we all feel like we knew a little piece of Johnny and got to witness a small glimpse of the amazing human he was, so thank you for sharing him with the world.”
“Sending you and your kiddos all the love, prayers and strength. So sorry you’re going through this 💔,” another posted.
Meanwhile, Sean M. Higgins, the driver who struck and killed the Gaudreau brothers, is being held in custody until his hearing in early September, having appeared in court on Friday.
