Gaudreau family honors NHL star, brother with inaugural 5K fundraiser
By: Matt Gray | Published: 2025-06-01 13:49:00 | Source: www.nj.com
As the Gaudreau family grieves the loss of brothers Johnny and Matthew, who were killed by an alleged drunk driver last August in Salem County, they are working to honor their memory.
That was the goal of the inaugural Gaudreau Family 5K Run, Walk & Family Fun Day held Saturday in Gloucester County.
The event celebrated the brothers and raised funds for a new playground at a school with a personal connection to the family.
Johnny and Matthew Gaudreau died when they were struck and killed by an allegedly intoxicated driver as they rode their bikes in Salem County last August.(File Photos)
The fundraiser, held at Washington Lake Park in Washington Township, featured competitions, music, family fun and games, all to benefit creation of a new adaptive playground at Archbishop Damiano School in…
