"I know John and Matty were looking down, smiling, and loving it": Johnny Gaudreau's mother Jane pens heartfelt note thanking Flyers for tribute night

On Friday, Johnny Gaudreau’s mother, Jane Gaudreau, thanked the Philadelphia Flyers for their tribute to her sons on Dec. 21, 2024. She posted on Instagram, expressing gratitude to the Flyers organization, players, coaches, families, and fans for their support.

Jane wrote:

"Thank you to the Philadelphia Flyers Organization, the players, the coaches, their families, and the fans for all your support to our family and for honoring our boys!

"Thank you for the beautiful tribute. I know John and Matty were looking down, smiling, and loving it as much as we all did. Please continue to keep our family in your thoughts as we work to honor and keep John & Matty’s legacy alive!🧡🖤"

The Flyers honored Johnny Gaudreau and Matthew by wearing their high school hockey jerseys against the Columbus Blue Jackets. Players wore Gloucester Catholic Rams sweaters with either Johnny’s No. 13 or Matthew’s No. 21.

The Gaudreau brothers were stars at Gloucester Catholic, close to the Flyers’ home arena. They tragically died in August 2024 after being struck by an alleged drunk driver while riding bikes in New Jersey.

Before the game, the Gaudreau family participated in the ceremonial puck drop. Johnny was a seven-time NHL All-Star, playing for the Calgary Flames and the Columbus Blue Jackets. The NHL community has paid tribute to the brothers several times this season.

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Johnny Gaudreau’s mother Jane thanked the Calgary Flames

Johnny Gaudreau’s mother, Jane Gaudreau, on Dec. 10 shared a post on Instagram thanking the Calgary Flames and their fans.

She expressed gratitude for the tribute they gave on Dec. 3 for her late sons, calling it a special moment. Jane shared pictures of the family during the ceremonial puck drop and their time in Calgary.

"Thank you to the Calgary Flames Organization, the players, their families and the fans of Calgary for everything you have done for our family. Being back in Calgary and reconnecting with friends and our favorite places was truly special." Jane wrote.

Jane highlighted the friendships they built and the memories they created in Calgary, which feels like family to them.

"The Flames Organization and the incredible fans of Calgary have been an important part of our lives for over 13 unforgettable years and coming back was very therapeutic and healing for us." Jane wrote. "The friendships we’ve built here have become like family, and we will forever cherish the memories we’ve created together.

"Thank you for the beautiful tribute...We look forward to seeing you all again. ❤️"

Jane’s message reflects the deep connection her family shares with the Calgary community, where Johnny Gaudreau played for nine seasons.