Bevacqua Died of Natural Causes, Says Coroner's Report

Jonas Gregory Bevacqua, co-founder of the Irvine-based clothing company LRG, died of natural causes, according to a report released last week by the Orange County Coroner.

Bevacqua, 33, , but initial cause of death results were inconclusive pending a toxicology report. Initially, Jim Amormino of the Orange County Sheriff's Department said Bevacqua had no heart disease or medical condition. However, the report released Friday stated that Bevacqua had suffered from acute broncho-pneumonia and a heart infection.

No illegal drugs were in his system, but traces of prescription medications were found, which helped Bevacqua treat anxiety and insomnia.

At the time of his death, Robert Wright, LRG's chief executive and company co-founder, and Charlie Moothart, another co-founder, called Bevacqua a visionary icon.

"Jonas was a star who burned brightly in the sky and who is gone far too soon," Wright and Moothart said on the company's website. "There is a hole in our hearts that will never be filled. He will always be loved and missed by his friends, family, and all those he inspired. He is in a better place and will be watching over us always.''