Meredith Gaudreau shares emotional holiday post, first Christmas without her husband
The hockey world continues to mourn the tragic passing of Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau, and this Christmas marked the first one their family has celebrated without their beloved boys.
Johnny and Matthew were struck by an alleged drunk driver while they were biking in Salem County, New Jersey, on Aug. 29. Johnny was 31. Matthew was 29.
Since then, the NHL enthusiasts have rallied behind Johnny's widow, Meredith, with unconditional love and support.
Meredith Gaudreau shares emotional Christmas Post
This year marked the first ever Christmas the Gaudreau family celebrated without Johnny and Matthew.
While the family will forever miss them, Johnny's family took to social media to share some beautiful moments, including former memories of past Christmas festivities.
«Our 2024 Christmas family photo in front of the Christmas tree will be this beautiful Christmas ornament we received,» Jane wrote, sharing a photo of an ornament featuring a picture of the family from Johnny and Meredith's wedding in September 2021. «Remembering all the wonderful Christmas Eves our family has spent together
Meredith posted a bottle of red wine, highlighting that appeared to have been a Christmas tradition for the couple, including a picture of custom Santa Claus wrapping paper wearing the number "13".
Meredith and Johnny also shared a son, Johnny, now 10 months. At the memorial service for Johnny and Matthew in September, Meredith revealed she was 9 months pregnant with the couple's third baby.
Oilers Central would like to wish the Gaudreau family a very merry Christmas during this difficult time.
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