In some heartbreaking news coming out of Montreal today, the Canadiens announced that their 1993 Stanley Cup winning member, Charles Thiffault, has passed away.
As we await a statement from the family, we are sad to announce the passing of Charles Thiffault, who was 87 years old. His presence was strongly felt throughout the hockey world, as evidenced by the numerous heartfelt tributes that flooded in.
'Now he's at peace and no longer suffering, so that gives me some comfort,' said his close friend and former dean of the Faculty of Physical Activity Sciences at the University of Sherbrooke, Paul Deshaies.
A 1993 Stanley Cup winner with the Montreal Canadiens, Thiffault holds a unique place in Quebec hockey history with his championship win on both the Quebec Nordiques and Montreal Canadiens organizations.
Thiffault was also an assistant coach in the NHL and became quite an iconic Canadian hockey figure during his illustrious career.
He also held the office of President of the Sherbrooke Sports Hall of Fame selection committee, continuing to work on his life's love with the sport.
Thiffault began his coaching career with the Quebec Nordiques
His career in coaching began when he was hired by Michel Bergeron to be an assistant coach with the Quebec Nordiques and, subsequently, with the New York Rangers. From there, Thiffault built an outstanding legacy on and off the ice.
Condolences and tributes of admiration have been flowing in from the world of hockey since news of his death broke. Thiffault was not only a Quebec hockey legend but a fine human being.
Our deepest condolences go out to his family, friends, and everyone who was touched by his extraordinary life.
