According to the examiners report, his death was accidental.
He was released on Dec. 5.
He left and came back to his bands many timesprimarily due to his substance abuse.
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I wont say he can rest now, or that hes in a better place.
He belongs with his children barbecuing in the backyard and waiting for a Notre Dame game to come on.
His bandmates also remembered Weiland in heartfelt statements.
Together we crafted a legacy of music that has given so many people happiness and great memories.
The memories are many, and they run deep for us.
We know amidst the good and the bad you struggled, time and time again.
Its what made you who you were.
You were gifted beyond words, Scott.
Part of that gift was part of your curse.
Usually theyll just say that my music has helped them through a certain period of their life.
That kind of thing, he said.
Thats usually what I hear from fans.
