Matthew Gaudreau widow gives birth months after husband and NHL star brother Johnny Gaudreau are killed

Madeline lost her husband, 29-year-old Matthew Gaudreau, and his brother, 31-year-old Johnny Gaudreau, on Aug. 29 when the pair was hit by an alleged drunk driver while biking in New Jersey. They died the evening before they were supposed to serve as groomsmen at their sister’s wedding.

The driver, 43-year-old Sean M. Higgins, is charged with two counts of death by auto, along with reckless driving, possession of an open container and consuming alcohol in a motor vehicle.

Madeline and Meredith Gaudreau, Johnny Gaudreau’s widow, gave a joint eulogy at their husbands’ double funeral on Sept. 9.

“I urge everyone to never drink and drive,” Madeline said. “Call a ride. Please do not put another family through this torture. The loss of Matty and John will leave a hole in the family, with his close friends, the community, for eternity.”

Madeline posted a series of photos from her baby shower on Instagram in October, including blue and white balloons, as well as “little piece of heaven” themed decor.