William Lombardy, Chess Grandmaster Turned Priest, Dies at 79
The Bronx-born Mr. Lombardy was among the top players of his generation, but he gave up chess almost entirely to join the priesthood, which he later renounced.
William Lombardy, Chess Grandmaster Turned Priest, Dies at 79
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