 After the Burial was founded in 2004 by Nick Wellner, Trent Hafdahl, Justin Lowe (born Justin A. Lowe in Flemington, New Jersey; December 17, 1982 – July 21, 2015), and Greg Erickson who all met in high school.Dave Coleman initially filled in on bass while they searched for a permanent member.After posting an ad on a Twin Cities hardcore message board, Lee Foral responded and earned a spot in the band.