GWAR Guitarist's Cause of Death Confirmed by Coroner

Posted on Dec 6th 2011 11:00AM by Carlos Ramirez Comments

Tony Norkus

The Smoot family and Slave Pit Inc. just released a statement regarding the official cause of death of GWAR guitarist Cory Smoot. Cory had played the character of Flattus Maximus for over ten years, and was discovered dead on the band's tour bus on Nov. 3. He was 34.

Stated North Dakota coroner William Masselo, MD:

"We have finalized the autopsy report and death certificate. I have determined that Cory died from a coronary artery thrombosis brought about by his pre-existing coronary artery disease."

The band, which will continue as a four-piece until the current tour schedule is complete, has officially retired the character of Flattus Maximus, and has announced no plans regarding a new GWAR-tarist.

Metal Blade and GWAR have since set-up the Smoot Family Foundation to raise funds for Cory's wife, Jaime, and their unborn child. Donations can be made here. Also, at The Canal Club in Richmond, Va. on Jan. 7 there will be a record release show (featuring Mensrea, Cannabis Corpse, DBX and more) for Cory's solo record, 'When Worlds Collide,' which he had completed working on just prior to his death. The album will be released early next year, with all proceeds going to the Smoot Family Fund.

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