Depeche Mode founder Andy Fletcher died ‘naturally and without prolonged suffering’

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died last month on May 26, with his co-stars confirming that he had an aortic dissection, a serious condition in which a tear occurs in the inner layer of the body’s main artery.

Fletcher’s cause of death was disclosed by the band at the request of his family, according to the post. The statement from Dave Gahan and Martin Gore read: ‘We wanted to take a moment and acknowledge the outpouring of love for Andy that we’ve seen from all of you over the last few weeks. ‘It’s incredible to see all of your photos, to read your words, and to see how much Andy meant to all of you.

As you can imagine, it’s been a strange, sad, disorienting few weeks for us here, to say the least. But we’ve seen and felt all of your love and support, and we know that Andy’s family has too. ‘A couple weeks ago we received the result from the medical examiners, which Andy’s family asked us to share with you now.

Andy suffered an aortic dissection while at home on May 26. ‘So, even though it was far, far too soon, he passed naturally and without prolonged suffering. ’The band members revealed they had a celebration of Fletcher’s life in London last week, which saw his loved ones gather to share great memories‘Andy was celebrated in a room full of many of his friends and family, our immediate DM family, and so many people who have touched Andy’s and our lives throughout the years,’ they continued. ‘All being together was a very special way to remember Andy and see him off. ’Fiz declares love to Tyrone in Corrie - so he obliterates wedding?Britain must prepare to 'fight and win' against Putin, army chief warnsActress Mary Mara dies aged 61 with police investigating as possible drowningThey concluded the statement by thanking fans for all the love they.