Simon Boas dies hours he was due to meet King Charles - days after 'inspirational' cancer sufferer who touched hearts with his 'Beginners Guide to Dying' essay 'received personal letter from monarch' in Jersey hospice
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Simon Boas, 47, who worked for Jersey Overseas Aid, was diagnosed with throat cancer in August 2023 and passed away yesterday.