The family of the late Claude Lemieux is donating his brain to the Boston University CTE Center for research into the long-term effects of repetitive brain injuries and concussions.
The statement about the donation from his daughter, Claudia Lemieux Bishop, said the family granted the BU CTE Center permission to publish any findings under his name. It was later posted on Instagram by his son, Brendan Lemieux.
“Claude dedicated his post-play career to helping the next generation,” the family said in the post. “By allowing his name to be connected to this research, we hope his life can contribute to greater understanding, more honest conservations, and better protection for athletes and families in the years ahead.
“The Lemieux family is deeply grateful for the outpouring of love from fans, former teammates, opponents, organizations and friends across the hockey community. The stories being shared of Claude’s competitiveness, humor, loyalty and unmistakable presence have brought comfort during an unimaginably difficult time. The family asks only for continued prayers.”
Claude Lemieux, a four-time Stanley Cup champion, was found dead early on May 28 in the warehouse of a furniture showroom in Lake Park, according to the Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office.
The office reported the incident as a death by apparent suicide. It said a family member found the man’s body shortly before 3:30 a.m. in the rear warehouse of the Andros Home furniture showroom on the 200 block of North Congress Avenue.
Lemieux was 60. He won four Stanley Cup titles over 21 seasons, winning championships with the Montreal Canadiens, New Jersey Devils and Colorado Avalanche. He ended his career with 379 regular-season goals, 407 assists and 1,777 penalty minutes.
His most recent public appearance came on May 25, when he carried the torch into the Bell Centre before Game 3 of Montreal’s Eastern Conference final matchup against the Carolina Hurricanes. It is an honor the Canadiens give to their greatest living players.
Palm Beach County court records show that Lemieux lived in an apartment in Palm Beach Gardens as recently as April 2025. State business records list Lemieux as the registered agent for Andros Home, which incorporated in 2022.
CTE is a degenerative brain condition caused by repeated trauma to the head. It can only be diagnosed after death. Symptoms include memory loss, brain fog, aggression, mood swings and depression.
Anyone needing help can call the 24/7 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or the Palm Beach County Victim Services helpline at 561-833-7273. Help also is available 24/7 at 211, a free, confidential hotline serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast.
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Reporting by Nick Pugliese, Palm Beach Post / Palm Beach Post
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