Unless it was the removal of a heretic in their midst. God sees all, knows all, giveth and taketh away, and this way he inspires his followers while culling the unworthy. Two birds, one sacrifice, etc.
Oh hell to me would be having to live an eternity within the righteous ranks of the religious. Let them reside forever in their spiritual white houses in the clouds, spare of decoration or frivolity, send me to a radiant abyss where men can meet their true selves and rejoice in their sins.