I think the argument is dumb personally.
Just people trying to lighten the mood of something.
Another "can't we be more sensitive" moment.
Committed is exactly the correct word...he commited an act....just like someone can commit an act of bravery.
Anthony committed suicide, has no direct correlation to a crime.
Btw...I have over the years watched numerous shows of Bourdain and although I wouldn't necessarily consider myself a "fan", I had a ton of respect for the work he did. My wife on the other hand was def a "fan" and it was because of her I was exposed to his fantastic content created over decades of a successful career.
Shame he's gone.