Claude Lemieux’s son has addressed his father’s death following the NHL star’s sudden passing aged 60.It was announced yesterday (May 28) that the ex Montreal Canadiens player had died.Canadiens owner Geoff Molson shared in a moving statement: “Today is a dark day for the Canadiens family and the entire hockey community.”A fierce competitor who rose to the occasion in big moments, Claude was a relentless, courageous and tenacious player who led the team to the highest honors.”He embodied the very essence of being a Montreal Canadiens player. Today we mourn the untimely passing of one of our champions. Our thoughts are with his family on this difficult day.”The NHL Alumni Association also addressed Lemieux’s death and said it was ‘devastated’ while sharing details of the former hockey player’s stellar sports career.

“He was loved by his wife and four children, and on behalf of the Lemieux family, we kindly ask that everyone respect their privacy during this difficult time,” the organization said.Lemieux is survived by his wife, Deborah, daughter Claudia, and sons Christopher, Brendan, and Michael.The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office has confirmed that Lemieux died by suicide.It said in a statement to UNILAD: “Deputies responded to a suicide at the Andros Home showroom. After not returning home, the decedent was found hanging in the rear warehouse by his son.”The business was secured for evidence preservation/investigation by VCD Homicide. The victim is believed to be Claude Lemieux.”One of Lemieux’s sons, Brendan, who followed in his father’s hockey footsteps, has spoken out following his death.Sharing a photo of him with his dad and his young son on Instagram, Brendan wrote: “I love you dad! My son’s favorite person is going to watch from above for a while. We will see you.”