The alternative music community is still mourning over the loss of We Came As Romans’ frontman Kyle Pavone, dead at the age of 28. According to TMZ, Their ‘sources close to the band’ said that Pavone was transported to a Michigan Hospital almost a full week before his death, on Sunday, August 19th. Pavone was pronounced dead six days later on August 25th, the cause of death still unknown and will likely be until a toxicology report is revealed.
Pavone shared two tweets the day before he was taken to the hospital, one of which was the lyrics “Will i be remembered or will i be lost in loving eyes” which is from their song “Promise Me” and was quoted by the band in their statement about his death. Another tweet being “f-cking great” later that same day at 3:32pm on the 18th.
Will i be remembered or will i be lost in loving eyes
— • D O N • S O L O • (@kylepavone) August 18, 2018
Fucking great
— • D O N • S O L O • (@kylepavone) August 18, 2018
The band revealed the new about his death with a public statement on their social media on August 25th, saying “Today, music lost another great with the passing of Kyle Pavone of We Came As Romans. Kyle’s tragic loss came too early in his life and those of his bandmates. All are devastated by his passing. We will miss his smiles, his sincerity, his concern for others, and his impressive musical talent. In lieu of flowers, we will be providing information regarding charity donations this coming week. The family and the band wish to thank their fans and the music community for all of their love and support as they navigate their grief. Will I be Remembered or Will I Be Lost in Loving Eyes?”
We Came As Romans’ members shared their memories of him and saying how “None Of Us Were Ready To Say Goodbye.” Read their social media posts below:
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None of us were ready to say goodbye. But I know that Kyle is happy right now, because the entire world cane together with the unfortunate news. Tens of thousands of people all over the world supporting one another, encouraging each other,
— David Puckett (@_davidpuckett) August 26, 2018
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And sharing stories together. Kyle loved bringing people together, however he could- whether that was by being on stage, or by being he most ridiculous person in a room making everyone laugh. He loved creating moments for everyone to share, and he
— David Puckett (@_davidpuckett) August 26, 2018
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Would be ecstatic to see us all supporting each other like the big family that we are.
Thank you to everyone who has been reaching out to us & sharing your stories with us. Love you all.
— David Puckett (@_davidpuckett) August 26, 2018
We will keep you updated as more details emerge regarding his cause of death when the toxicology report is released.
