Heartbreaking Details of NHL Legend’s Death Revealed

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New details have emerged about NHL legend Claude Lemieux’s final hours following his death at age 60.

The NHL Alumni Association announced Lemieux’s death on Thursday but did not disclose a cause.

TMZ later reported that the four-time Stanley Cup champion died by suicide.

According to the outlet, Lemieux was found around 3 a.m. on Thursday morning after family members became concerned that he had not returned home on Wednesday night.

One of his sons reportedly discovered him in the rear warehouse of Andros Home, the furniture company Lemieux co-owned with his wife, Deborah.

It remains unclear which of Lemieux’s three sons found him.

The former NHL star is survived by sons Christopher, 37, Michael, 34, and Brendan, 30, as well as daughter Claudia, 29.

His youngest son, Brendan, posted on social media to pay tribute to his dad.

Alongside a photo showing the three generations of Lemieux men, he wrote, “I love you dad!

My son’s favorite person is going to watch from above for a while.

We will see you.” The ex-NHL player also shared another snap of his dad, and his son captioned: “His favorite person in the world.”

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If you or a loved one are struggling with suicidal thoughts, please reach out to the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by dialing or texting 988.

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