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Widow Honors Late Husband's Legacy Through Children's Baptism
8 Sep
Summary
- Meredith Gaudreau baptizes her oldest son in outfit chosen by late husband
- Couple's youngest son, Carter, born after father's death in 2024 accident
- Meredith grateful for family despite tragic circumstances
In September 2025, Meredith Gaudreau celebrated a bittersweet milestone as she baptized her oldest son, Johnny Gaudreau Jr., in an outfit chosen by her late husband, Johnny Gaudreau. The couple's tragic story unfolded in August 2024 when Johnny, 31, and his brother, Matthew, 29, were killed by a drunk driver while riding bicycles in New Jersey.
Meredith, now a widow, has found solace in honoring her husband's memory through her children. She shared photos on social media of the baptism, where Johnny Jr. wore the outfit his father had picked out the previous summer. Meredith also revealed that Johnny had bought their daughter Noa's shoes, which she continues to purchase in larger sizes.
The family's joy is tempered by the loss of Johnny and Matthew. Meredith's youngest son, Carter, was born just months after the accident, on April 7, 2025. Meredith described Carter as the "ultimate blessing" and a spitting image of his late father, sharing the same middle name and physical characteristics.
Despite the immense grief, Meredith remains grateful for her growing family. She expressed her love for her children and her determination to give them the best life possible, even in the face of such tragic circumstances.
