I look back on my past, specifically ignorant and selfish choices I made in my 20’s, and feel deep regret and a twisted sense of relief.
In Memoriam Johnny & Matthew Gaudreau
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It is a sad world when someone like Peel has to get out there "first". To hell with the family and friends who may not have known, it is unforgiveable because someone leaked the info to Peel as well. Sometimes I hate this world and what it has become.
Hopefully he remains there until he turns to dust
Social media has ruined us. All about “me, me, me” these days. Families are devastated and we have random people trying to be the first to report a tragedy. Some people have no compassion for others.
So sad and tragic. And avoidable. My condolences to their families.
Oh my goodness. It just keeps getting worse.
This poor, poor family.
My heart aches. Thank you for sharing the gofundme.
Bruinaura
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I can't imagine the stress of losing your husband and your brother in law at the same time, while being pregnant with your first child.
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22Brad Park
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Seeing alot of Flames shirts today here in Calgary & lots with Johnny Hockey's last name embroided.Shock wave through this city hearing this terrible news.
I am sure he is feeling very sorry...for himself.
By all reports he sighed deeply like he was annoyed when they ordered him held until his next court date on September 5th.
He murdered Johnny and Matthew as far as I’m concerned. Zero f***ing remorse.
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The Calgary Tower will be shining Bright Red tonite in Johnny's honour
Oates2Neely
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In my truck I can “talk to text” via Car Play. Incoming texts/ emails are read to me through my speakers if I feel I need to hear them. My point is, it shouldn’t be an option. It needs to be mandatory. Car Play technology is only as useful as the person who is driving. Similar to laws making it illegal to drink & drive. Idiots still get behind the wheel.
As soon as the vehicle is in motion the phone automatically becomes disabled, with only voice commands accessible in the event of emergencies.
This is just sad and disgusting news at the same time. The person responsible should be locked up for good. It is very sad that these little kids will now grow up without their father. Alcohol and drugs, there should be no second chances. RIP Johnny and Matt. Prayers to their family, friends and others that were close to them.
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Man, this one is really getting to me.
I guess it's a combination of things that makes this so tough... him/his brother's age, their young wives and children, the context of the accident near his family home on what was supposed to be a joyous occasion, the avoidable nature of the deaths, and the type of high quality guys that the Gaudreau's seemed to be. It's just incredibly tragic.
I lost my older brother when he was 26. For me, aside from the initial grief, the hardest part about losing someone young is that once time passes you begin to think about what could have been. All the possible life outcomes and memories lost out on. In ways it gets easier with time but in a lot of other ways it only gets worse.
I really really feel for their family, and for what they will have to endure not only in the immediate future but for the rest of their lives. I wish them strength and am hopeful that everyone affected by this will get the support that they need. Will be rooting for CBJ this year whenever I see them play.
I guess it's a combination of things that makes this so tough... him/his brother's age, their young wives and children, the context of the accident near his family home on what was supposed to be a joyous occasion, the avoidable nature of the deaths, and the type of high quality guys that the Gaudreau's seemed to be. It's just incredibly tragic.
I lost my older brother when he was 26. For me, aside from the initial grief, the hardest part about losing someone young is that once time passes you begin to think about what could have been. All the possible life outcomes and memories lost out on. In ways it gets easier with time but in a lot of other ways it only gets worse.
I really really feel for their family, and for what they will have to endure not only in the immediate future but for the rest of their lives. I wish them strength and am hopeful that everyone affected by this will get the support that they need. Will be rooting for CBJ this year whenever I see them play.
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Same here, I don't know why it's hitting so hard when it's people I've never met, but as you say, all the emotional angles are a lot to take in. And none of us are promised tomorrow.
Sorry about your brother
Nearly 24 hours later from the actions of a drunk and still drinking driver.
What a combination of awful circumstances and grief in many layers for many people. Indeed the what if will always linger. I agree.
