"Daddy's girl and twin" — Johnny Gaudreau's wife Meredith reminisces about happy moments spent beachside with family

Modified Oct 30, 2024 15:49 GMT

Johnny Gaudreau’s wife, Meredith, shared some sweet memories from a family day at the beach. She reposted Instagram stories from her sister, Tyler Morris, on Wednesday. They showed Johnny and their daughter, Noa Harper, enjoying the sun and sand together. Tyler’s captions included, “The best ball girl,” referring to Noa as Johnny’s beach companion.

Meredith added her own captions to these memories.

“Daddy’s girl and twin” and “Daddy’s favorite girl too,” she wrote, highlighting Noa’s special bond with her dad.

In one photo, Noa stands on the beach, reaching out toward Gaudreau, who’s a few steps away. She wears a bright yellow swimsuit with crisscross straps, standing out against the sandy background. Johnny is dressed casually in a white T-shirt, brown shorts and a cap, watching Noa with a smile. The photo captures the relaxed, happy mood of a summer day with family.

In another photo, Johnny is squatting down to talk to Noa on her level. Noa stands close, listening to her dad. Meredith captioned this photo “Daddy’s favorite girl too,” capturing a sweet father-daughter moment. Johnny’s expression shows his full attention on Noa, while Noa seems comfortable and engaged with him.

Meredith shared a picture of Johnny talking to Noa

Meredith also reshared a video showing Noa walking beside Johnny with a small paddle in hand. She’s shown pulling a toy cart filled with colorful beach toys. Johnny, dressed in a green shirt and swim shorts with an Eagles logo, walks beside her, carrying extra beach gear. Noa looks curious, glancing off to the side as she explores. They show how much Johnny enjoyed spending time with Noa and how much he loved her.

Johnny Gaudreau's memories live on with Meredith

Johnny Gaudreau and his brother, Matthew, died in a biking accident in August. They were in their hometown for their sister’s wedding when a suspected drunk driver hit them. Johnny is survived by Meredith and their two children, Noa, who is 2 years old, and Johnny Jr., who is nine months old. Meredith also announced at Johnny’s memorial service that she is expecting their third child.

Tyler shared a picture with Meredith and a friend watching a Columbus Blue Jackets game in October 2021. She also shared a picture in which Johnny makes a funny face in Meredith and Tyler's presence. Meredith reshared the photo and wrote:

"Thankful I went to so many away games and am crazy picture person."

Meredith is holding on to Johnny Gaudreau's memories closely as she raises their children.