My Chemical Romance's Frank Iero paid tribute to his former bandmate Bob Bryar, who was found dead in his Tennessee home last week at the age of 44.

My Chemical Romance guitarist Frank Iero has penned a lengthy, heartfelt note reflecting on the death of former drummer Bob Bryar. Bryar, who joined the band before the recording of their seminal album, The Black Parade, was reportedly found dead in his Tennessee home in a decomposing state.

My Chemical Romance has broken its silence regarding the death of former drummer Bob Bryar. The band posted a short tribute to their “former bandmate and an important part of the [band’s] history” on Instagram today,