Chiodo Family left a message on September 5, 2024:
Our most sincere condolences on the loss of Johnny and Matthew. Johnny was an inspiration to my son growing up as an undersized player and was a role model for so many other players trying to make it. His countless achievements motivated every smaller player to do the same and show that skill should be valued. May Johnny and Matty both rest in peace and Praying for their parents, wives, sisters, children and nieces during this time of grief .
Layne Harper left a message on September 5, 2024:
Peace to the families and everyone affected by this tragic loss. Thinking of the children they both leave behind. Rest in peace, John and Matty.
Marion Garcia left a message on September 5, 2024:
Johnny was a great player and a family man. He brought a smile to anyone he met. He was full of life and it was taken away too early. Rest easy. You are gone but never forgotten. Take care of Matthew also
Marcella J Brown-Miller left a message on September 5, 2024:
My condolences to the family May God continue to Blessed you during this time of prayer Absence from the body present with the Lord Time sad God got you
Mitch Levitt left a message on September 5, 2024:
A generational talent both on and off the ice. There are only so many people that can radiate happiness through a tv screen, but Johnny was able to do just that while playing the game of hockey at the most elite level. The new generation’s Martin St. Louis if you will. Sending all my love and prayers to the Gaudreau family. Rest easy Johnny Ham and Cheese. I hope they have all the sandwiches, skittles, and purple Gatorade up there that you could ever ask for.
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George Wessel left a message on September 5, 2024:
I only remeber you both as hockey players but have learned you were so much more that that. If I can accomplish a quarter of what you two have as a father I could rest easily. RIP to you both.
The Snyder Family - Pittsburgh, PA left a message on September 5, 2024:
Forever cherishing the moments you gave us all. May your family, friends, and teammates find comfort & peace. Thanks for the memories, Johnny Hockey.
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Sheena Johnson left a message on September 5, 2024:
To the Gaudreau family, here in Calgary you will always be in our hearts, thoughts and prayers. Thank you for sharing your son with us. He not only brought us together through hockey, but through kindness, compassion and what it means to be human. To his parents, what a wonderful man you raised. To his wife, I know you’ll miss him immeasurably, but hopefully some comfort will come in being able to continue to see him through your children. To his siblings, I’m so sorry you lost 2 such amazing siblings. My heart is absolutely broken for all of you. May both John and Matthew rest in peace. They will be loved forever by so many. Thank you again for sharing him with us. We were lucky to have been his fans. All the love from Calgary. <3
Zachery O’Donnell left a message on September 5, 2024:
Being too young to watch the 2004 Flames cup run, seeing Johnny score the overtime winner against the Stars to send the Flames into round 2 against the Oilers has been my best memory as a Flames fan. I’ll always consider Johnny a huge part of my childhood and I will miss him racing up the Saddledome ice.
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Ray Zapata left a message on September 5, 2024:
My immense condolences to the Gaudreau family, friends, teammates, and loved ones. Growing up I wasn't exposed to the sport of hockey until well into my late teens, which I eventually started skating and playing. As a smaller player in hockey, Johnny grew us a source of inspiration for me that the game is open to all regardless of size and stature. His impacts on the ice and most importantly off the ice will live on forever, as we remember two incredible souls in Johnny and Matthew. -R
Chrissy left a message on September 5, 2024:
Rest in Peace Johnny. You were taken from this earth far too early and you leave an amazing legacy behind. My condolences to the families and friends of Johnny and Matthew. You will be forever in our hearts
EDV left a message on September 5, 2024:
He achieved ssssoooooo much and touched ssssooooo many people in his 31 years, it is quite astonishing. You didn't need to meet him in person to see who he was, and that is evident by the wide fan response to his untimely passing. both in and especially. Sending heartfelt condolences, from Canucks country to Johnny's wife, kids, parents, siblings & family members, close friends, former & current teammates and all touched by Johnny and Matthew's passing
John Davidson left a message on September 5, 2024:
My deepest sympathy and condolences to the Gaudreau Family and friends. Johnny brought so much happiness and joy to everyone that took the time to watch his on ice skill. He meant so much to Flames fans and during his years here he made everyone around him better. His public persona was that of a true Superstar. He was humble, giving and always had a great smile. We will miss him but we will never forget him.
JQF left a message on September 5, 2024:
I'm a Ranger fan but a Jersey girl. It's heartbreaking to lose two homegrown hockey heroes in such a senseless way and at the worst possible time. I was in Philly when the news hit, and I couldn't even look at a wedding there without thinking about what should have been for your family. Deepest condolences and prayers to the family! I know they can see the outpouring of love from everyone whose lives they touched
Graham Farquharson left a message on September 5, 2024:
Remembering a wonderful man and beloved hockey player here in Calgary.
Valerie left a message on September 5, 2024:
RIP Johnny Hockey! I wish to express my deepest regret and condolences to the family.
Chris left a message on September 5, 2024:
I remember the 2015 Playoff series against Vancouver and 2022 series against Dallas. Gaudreau was a huge part of both series wins. We'll miss you Johnny Hockey!
Adam Makowski left a message on September 5, 2024:
Like a lot of people, my favorite Johnny Gaudreau moment was when he scored the game 7 overtime goal in the 2022 playoffs vs the stars. That moment alone was so exciting and brought so much energy to the city but what makes that moment really special to me was seeing the embrace between him and Monahan as Johnny was leaving the ice. It was so heartwarming seeing how close those 2 really were and how much advancing to the next round meant to both of them! My heart breaks for your family, I'm so very sorry for your loss! For as great a player as Johnny was it sounds like he was even more spectacular off the ice... just an amazing human being with a big heart who would always put family first but made an effort to make time for fans happily taking pictures and signing autographs. I wish I could've met you myself and have you sign my flames jersey, even though it isn't signed I'm torn on whether I should wear it for every upcoming flames game or if I should frame it and put it up on my wall... I hate the fact that I'm currently sick because I would've lovrd to have gone to your vigil last night at the saddledome to pay my respects, I know some of us flames fans said some things about you when you left but we didn't mean any if it, we were just hurt that you were leaving... you were that special to us and I hope deep down you knew Calgary still loves you! You will of course be forever a flame!My heart goes out to all the blue jacket fans who are also mourning and only got to have you for a little while too!Thank you Johnny! Keeping you, Matthew and your friends/family in my heart, rest in peace!Hey Siri, play 'Johnny Be Good'!
Dee left a message on September 5, 2024:
I’ve been a hockey fan for 10 years and Johnny was one of my favorite players to watch. My heart aches for his family. Losing 2 sons, brothers, husbands, and beloved human beings at one time is just unimaginable. In my religion of Islam, we believe that those who do good deeds in this life will be rewarded with a beautiful afterlife in paradise. May God grant Johnny and Matthew the highest in paradise, watch over their family, and grant them all the love, strength and peace to get through this loss until they are all reunited one day ❤️Inna lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un (We belong to God and to him we shall return) ️❤️
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Blair Minton left a message on September 5, 2024:
Thank you Johnny for everything you gave us Flames fans on and off the ice. You will be forever remembered and greatly missed. My prayers go out to Meredith, their children and the entire Gaudreau family. RIP Johnny Hockey
Dylan Masanotti left a message on September 5, 2024:
i love you johnny
Zach left a message on September 5, 2024:
I grew up a Calgary Flames fan and even after my beloved Jets returned to Winnipeg I still followed the Flames and the beginning of Johnny's NHL career. The most likeable guy from a fans viewpoint, I will never forget watching his rise to stardom. He was inspiring to many of us who are "too small" to be good enough at the game we all love. Thank you for leaving such a big impact on all of us in your 31 years. Rest well Johnny Hockey
Lily left a message on September 5, 2024:
For Johnny Hockey
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Tim Rozetar left a message on September 5, 2024:
Forever loved and remembered. Rest in eternal peace.
Camden Cianciolo left a message on September 5, 2024:
Love you Johnny hockey.. thank you for all the memories. Two incredible hockey players and even better humans. Rest in paradise Johnny and Matty Gaudreau ♥️
Kassi Collins left a message on September 5, 2024:
May your family find peace in how many lives you affected by being a great person and hockey player #1321
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Cassandra Tutson left a message on September 5, 2024:
My first memory of John was in 2017 in Las Vegas at the NHL Awards during the “magenta carpet “, as it was called. John was just happy to be there,happy to be among the fans. He stopped for all the fans,chatted briefly with us,and was just an absolute joy. I will also remember the infectious smile during warmups of the 2022 All Star Game where it was too early in the morning for warmups and yet John was just happy to be there with his peers. Thank You John for being the brightest star, the best person that you were. You are now an bright star amongst the heavens.
Jenna Applegett left a message on September 5, 2024:
To the Gaudreau family, we are so sorry for your loss.
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JD Franconia left a message on September 5, 2024:
You were only in Columbus for 2 seasons, but I remember seeing the tweet that you signed with us. The season before that I was watching you in the playoffs and thought man I would love it if we had a player like Johnny. And we did. I was there for your first goal as a CBJ. And I’ll cherish that memory and the memories of all the games I got to watch you play hockey. Thank you Johnny Hockey. May you and your brother Matty rest in peace together.
Jennifer Johnson left a message on September 5, 2024:
Our sincere condolences from Calgary on the loss of Johnny and Matthew. May they both rest in peace. Sending prayers to their loved ones.
Mia left a message on September 5, 2024:
Thanks for all the memories Johnny! An incredible hockey player and a kind and sweet soul. You will be so deeply missed. Rest in paradise Johnny hockey.
Jennifer Johnson left a message on September 5, 2024:
Our most sincere condolences from Calgary on the loss of Johnny and Matthew. May they both rest in peace. Praying for their loved ones during this time of grief .
Sie Douglas-Fish left a message on September 5, 2024:
You made me feel safe and so seen as a small hockey fan, in my tiny town in British Columbia. Sending so much love to you, Matthew, and your families.
Tony and Trudy C. left a message on September 5, 2024:
Forever loved and remembered. Rest in eternal peace.
Tyler left a message on September 5, 2024:
Thanks for inspiring an entire generation of smaller hockey players. Because of you, a lot of young players won’t give up on their dreams, just because they aren’t as big as the other kids on the ice. R.I.P. Johnny Hockey.
Brittaney left a message on September 5, 2024:
Deepest condolences to the family. I wish you all peace, even through grief.
Karl Ulrich left a message on September 5, 2024:
Thank you for all the memories Mr. Hockey
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Jeffrey Roberts left a message on September 5, 2024:
Our deepest sympathies. May God comfort you in the days ahead.
Andrew left a message on September 5, 2024:
Condolences to the whole family. I hope the outpouring of love from around the world provides some sort of comfort.
Amar & Omar left a message on September 5, 2024:
Rest in Paradise
Thomas left a message on September 5, 2024:
You were an amazing player and person. Loved you since you were drafted for the flames and enjoyed every minute watching you play.Thank you for letting me experience a bit of your life. 13 forever.
Condic Family left a message on September 5, 2024:
You brought happiness in our lives while watching you play hockey in Calgary. You and your brother will be greatly missed.
Jared McCormack left a message on September 5, 2024:
You inspired countless people who dared to dream and aspired to greatness despite the odds being stacked against them. You also embodied everything it means to be a family man and reminded us all how important it is to tell those close to us how much we love them. Your and Matthew's spirits will forever live on the hearts of the millions of people you both impacted. Rest in peace Johnny ❤️
Erik Rasmussen left a message on September 5, 2024:
#13 Forever
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Rachel Clark and Dan Leiner left a message on September 5, 2024:
We were soo awestruck and honored that John chose to come to our town to play hockey for our team. His smile, the way he always looked like he was having fun in all interactions on and off the ice was a breath of fresh air in what had become stagnate and stale. He brought us hope and we will forever be grateful and remember what it was like to have a great human and player wear our jersey and represent our town. He chose us. We happily chose him. Sending our thoughts, our prayers, our strength, and our warmest condolences to John’s family, friends, teammates.
MC left a message on September 5, 2024:
"what is grief, if not love persevering?" You were and are loved, Johnny.
David Blevins left a message on September 5, 2024:
I did not know you, but I’m a CBJ fan/STH and will always be grateful that you chose to come to Columbus. It was a joy to have you be a Blue Jacket and to learn who you were as a person - the type of person I wish I could be. My heart goes out to your family. I will miss you and will forever remember you. Thank you.
Myri left a message on September 5, 2024:
Rest in Peace Johnny you will skate on in our hearts and memories forever ️
Francesca Fehr left a message on September 5, 2024:
R.I.P Johnny, you changed the game for us in Calgary and made me love to watch hockey again.
Staci Friedman left a message on September 5, 2024:
I met Johnny at CBJ pre-season practice. It was a very brief interaction, but in those few seconds of me welcoming him to Columbus, you could see how excited he was to be here and what a hapopy, genuine guy he was. Lots of love to the Gaudreau family. Rest peacefully John and Matt
rebecca johnson left a message on September 5, 2024:
such an incredible, amazing, talented and fun player to watch in the league. his legacy will always be remembered as someone who made an impact on everyone and inspired so many people to follow their dreams in the game and in life
Luke Kerver left a message on September 5, 2024:
I’ll never forget when you chose Columbus and scoring your first goal for the CBJ. Prayers for everyone
Ash Adams left a message on September 5, 2024:
Johnny, Thank for choosing Columbus when no one else would. We would choose you a thousand more times. Rest easy, 13. We will miss you more than words can possibly describe.
Matt Seebacher left a message on September 5, 2024:
Rest in peace Johnny. Forever a blue jacket and forever a flame. You ignited a struggling franchise with your signing and brought us out our seats even when times were rough. You were a shining light to our team and our community. I still remember the day I saw you had signed and the excitement that went through me. I remember texting my now wife the news and trying to explain how big it was. She in turn learned to love the blue jackets as I did and we become closer because of that. You meant so much to this city and fan base and we will never forget it. My thought and condolences to the entire Gaudreau family on the loss of two special people.
Ash Adams left a message on September 5, 2024:
Johnny, Thank for choosing Columbus when no one else would. We would choose you a thousand more times ❤️ rest easy, 13.
Chris Sickles left a message on September 5, 2024:
Johnny, thank you for helping a young kid and fan fall in love with the game of hockey. You were an amazing player and an even better person. Revelations 21:4. #13 forever ❤️
Chantelle & Michael left a message on September 5, 2024:
Sending all our love & support to the Gaudreau family & friends. We will forever remember Johnny & Matty. May they rest in peace & forever live in our hearts.
Cortney left a message on September 5, 2024:
From a Blue Jackets fan, may you memory live on in those who loved you most.
Kayla Francis left a message on September 5, 2024:
Sending all my love and prayers from Nebraska to the entire Gaudreau family. Johnny and Matty were both so loved and will be remembered forever.
Eric Perdue left a message on September 5, 2024:
Thank you for choosing Columbus. Prayers to all family and friends.
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Our deepest condolences on the loss of John & Matty.
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Eli Pinkerman left a message on September 5, 2024:
Thank you for everything you've done on and off the ice for Calgary, Columbus, and the entire hockey world. You brought joy and excitement to so many and inspired countless young people to pick up the skates and play the game, following the footsteps and legacy you left. Your memory and impact will never fade away. Johnny Hockey Forever. Sending all my love and condolences to the entire Gaudreau family.
The Erwin's left a message on September 5, 2024:
Thank you for being an ambassador to our city. You were a positive light for everyone. Our condolences to your entire family. We prayed at all the broken pieces to their hearts, be found and put together again. God bless each of you .-The Erwin's.
Ryland B left a message on September 5, 2024:
Forever a Flame. Thank you for sharing some of your brilliant light with us. Love to you and your family. RIP Matt and John.
Cheryl McGarvey left a message on September 5, 2024:
As a season tkt holder (day 1) for the Columbus Blue Jackets loved to watch him play & was so happy when he decided to join our team. Great player & personality on & off the ice & he will be missed terribly Myself & the 5th line are heartbroken
Ben Downard left a message on September 5, 2024:
Johnny was amazing person on and off the ice. He was always smiling and having the best time. Rest in peace. Johnny&MattStrong
Melissa Adkins left a message on September 5, 2024:
Johnny was always so fun to watch play. My eyes were always drawn to him whenever he was on the ice.
Morgan left a message on September 5, 2024:
Hearing the name “Johnny Hockey” made me think of USA Hockey. Unbelievable talent! A name I always heard as a kid. More importantly he was an outstanding person. He was loving, caring and kind to everyone he met. Hearing all the stories about his kindness should remind us how one small act can go a long way. Be a Johnny in this world, we need lots of themDear Heavenly Father, I lift up the Gaudreau family to you. There is no one like you. We ask for your loving embrace to surround this grieving family. Please provide them strength and comfort as they grieve. Lord, you are our source for strength and comfort. I also pray for the friends of the Gaudreau family. Please provide them with strength and comfort as they grieve. I pray for the parents, siblings, in laws, Meredith, Noa and John. Help them continue to grow as a family and keeping Johnny and Matthew’s memory alive. Lord, we know that this is not the end. We will all be reunited in Heaven someday. We ask all this in the precious name of Jesus, AmenMatthew 5:4
Lisa Blichasz-Grahl left a message on September 5, 2024:
May God bless you Johnny & Matty and Matty He hold you both in the palm of His hands. My sincerest condolences to your family & friends. This is such a heartbreaking tragedy. You both earned your wings way too soon. There are no words to ease your loved ones pain, but know that many prayers are being offered for all of you. May God wrap each of you in His loving arms and comfort you with His peace and love in your time of sorrow. Just know that the bond of love is never broken. Johnny and Matty will never truly leave you. They may be gone from sight, but their spirits will truly live on by your sides everyday. Have faith, even when it seems so hard. Faith will get your through. Watch & listen for their signs and they will let you know in many ways that they're still there with you always. You now have angels on each of your shoulders to guide you through life. Talk to them everyday and they will hear you...they will answer you one way or another. It's amazing how their spirits can communicate with you. When the pain of their loss overwhelms you, try to imagine the joy they felt in their hearts being reunited with loved ones that have passed before them that they've missed, and especially think of them together forever in paradise with our Lord. I'm so, so sorry this tragedy happened to your family. Life isn't fair and it seems the truly good ones are always called home too soon. But remember their spirits live on and your love for one another will always connect you. God bless each of you. Know that our thoughts and prayers will remain with your family. God bless you Johnny & Matty. Rest in peace, love & happiness forever with our Lord. Fly high with the angels and enjoy your wings. 1321
Anonymous left a message on September 4, 2024:
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The Dallas Stars Hockey Club left a message on September 4, 2024:
Sending our love and prayers to all of the Gaudreau Family in such personal and unimaginable loss.
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Danjolell Memorial Homes and Crematory left a message:
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