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Bruce Springsteen Remembers High School Friend Joe DePugh

4/1/2025

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Bruce Springsteen mourns the loss of his high school friend, Joe DePugh, who passed away this week. In a heartfelt tribute on social media, Springsteen reminisced about their bond and DePugh's impressive baseball skills that inspired the iconic song "Glory Days." DePugh, a King’s College graduate and later a painting contractor, leaves behind cherished memories and a lasting impact on those who knew him.

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Bruce Springsteen mourns the loss of his high school friend, Joe DePugh, who passed away this week. In a heartfelt tribute on social media, Springsteen reminisced about their bond and DePugh's impressive baseball skills that inspired the iconic song "Glory Days." DePugh, a King’s College graduate and later a painting contractor, leaves behind cherished memories and a lasting impact on those who knew him.