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HGP coach Boback dies

Holy Ghost Prep is mourning the death of longtime coach Joe Boback, who started the school's swim program in 1991. Boback died yesterday after a battle with ALS.

Holy Ghost Prep is mourning the death of longtime coach Joe Boback, who started the school's swim program in 1991. Boback died yesterday after a battle with ALS.

"Joe was a truly remarkable person. His strength, heart and profound spirit, so clearly evident during his battle with ALS, were an inspiration to every person he encountered," Father Jeffrey Duaime, president of Holy Ghost Prep, said in a statement. "Our prayers go out to his wife, Pat, and his family during this difficult time."

A viewing will be Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. at Holy Ghost Prep in Bensalem. The funeral is Wednesday at 10 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Church in Bensalem.