Community and Hockey World Mourning
, 31, and Matthew Gaudreau, 29, were honored at a joint funeral service in , attended by NHL players, Commissioner Gary Bettman, and a large crowd, reflecting their impact on the hockey community.
The brothers were remembered for their close bond, with eulogies highlighting their inseparability and the profound loss felt by family, friends, and fans. Memorials and tributes were held across the country, including candlelight vigils and social media celebrations.
Personal Tributes and Legal Proceedings
Johnny's widow, Meredith, and Matthew's widow, , shared emotional tributes, revealing both were expecting children, symbolizing the brothers' legacies. Meredith announced she was pregnant with their third child, a surprise that Johnny was excited about.
Sean M. Higgins, 43, has been charged with two counts of second-degree death by auto and other offenses for allegedly driving under the influence and causing the crash that killed the brothers. He remains in jail awaiting a detention hearing.