Brendan Lemieux posts heartfelt goodbye to dad Claude after death
New York Post • • general
Key Points:
- Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup winner, died by apparent suicide in a furniture store he co-owned in Lake Park, Florida, on Thursday morning.
- His children, including son Brendan, a professional hockey player, and daughter Claudia, publicly expressed their grief and paid tribute to their father on social media.
- Brendan described Lemieux as his "biggest role model on and off the ice" and expressed pride in his father's career, while Claudia shared heartfelt messages of devastation and love.
- Lemieux is survived by four children: Brendan, Claudia, Michael, and Christopher, with Brendan having played seven seasons in the NHL.
- Authorities responded to the scene following a suicide attempt, with one of Lemieux's adult sons reportedly discovering him; mental health resources were highlighted for those in crisis.