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     Frank Marshall III was buried at Chatham Burial Park, 111 Whitehead Street, Chatham, Pittsylvania Co., Virginia.³ He married Patricia Ann Lester, daughter of Champ Edley Lester and Mavis Rebecca Edwards.^1,2,3 Frank Marshall III was born on August 19, 1941 at Roanoke, Virginia.^4,3 He died on October 31, 2020 at Roanoke, Virginia, at age 79.³ He Frank Marshall III, age 79, of Penhook, entered into rest on October 31, 2020, at Carillion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. He was born on August 19, 1941, in Roanoke, the son of the late Frank Marshall Jr. and the late Perry Ward Marshall. He is survived by his wife, Patricia Lester Marshall. He graduated from Blacksburg High School and attended Virginia Tech., where his father was a professor. He worked at Sherwin-Williams in Martinsville and later owned and operated a driver's ed school and also taught driver's ed at Chatham Hall. He loved living on the lake, traveling, and especially his dogs. In addition to his wife, he is survived by a daughter, Rebecca Marshall St. Clair; a son, Frank Marshall IV; a grandchild, Alexandria Mavis St. Clair; and a special friend, Sharon Smith. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Martha Marshall Dorsett. Graveside services will be conducted at Chatham Burial Park on Wednesday, November 4, 2020, at 2 p.m. on November 2, 2020.³

     His Social Security Number was 236-10-1733.⁴ Dewey Herbert Moran was buried at Moran Cemetery, Long Branch, Fayette Co., West Virginia.⁵ He was born on August 8, 1908 at Kimball, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^4,3 He married Nellie Faye Conner, daughter of Costley Jasper Conner and Jerusha Luevina "Rosie" "Rosa" Elswick, on December 17, 1930 at Montcalm, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,2 Dewey Herbert Moran died on March 14, 1960 at Mullens, Wyoming Co., West Virginia, at age 51.⁵ He Mullens - Dewey Moran, 51, of Bud, a former Barkers Ridge District constable died at 5:30 a.m. Monday in a Mullens hospital. He was admitted to the hospital March 2 for treatment of pneumonia and a heart condition after becoming ill at the Herndon mine of Premier Pocahontas Co., where he was employed as a motorman. The attending doctor said Moran later suffered a stroke - cerebral thrombosis. Born in Wyoming County, he was a son of John and Dollie Tolliver Moran. Survivors include his wife Faye; two sons, Donald of Bud and Sgt. Elmer Moran, who arrived Monday morning from Germany; two daughters, Mrs. Gerald Pauley of Mullens and Mrs. Naoma Moran at home; two brothers, Herman of New York and Woodrow Moran of Columbus, Ohio; two sisters, Mrs. Dan Sands of Chicago and Mrs. Alec Goode of Maben; and four grandchildren. The funeral will be conducted at 1 p.m. Wednesday in the Bud Methodist Church with Elder Joe Wood and the Rev. John Rinehart in charge. Burial will be in the Moran Cemetery at Long Branch. The body will be taken from the Robertson and Foglesong Funeral Home to the Moran home at 5 p.m. today. on March 15, 1960.⁵

     His Social Security Number was 236-46-3011.⁸ Elmer Castley Moran was buried at Mount Comfort Cemetery, 6600 S. Kings Highway, Fairfax Co., Virginia.^4,5 He married Jo Ann Unknown.⁴ Elmer Castley Moran was born on October 7, 1933 at Crumpler, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^8,3,4 He died on August 18, 1976 at Arlington, Virginia, at age 42.^8,4

     Her married name was Jagers.¹ Rheba Virginia Moran married Unknown Jagers.^1,3 Rheba Virginia Moran was born on December 9, 1937 at Crumpler, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^2,5 As of May 10, 1957,her married name was Pauley.² She married Gerald Everett Pauley on May 10, 1957 at Mullens, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^6,2,7

     His Social Security Number was 234-44-9863.⁷ Dewey Donald Moran was buried at Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens, 5250 Robert Centre Byrd Drive, Prosperity, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁵ He and Rose Mary Colbird were divorced.⁸ Dewey Donald Moran was born on December 24, 1931 at Crumpler, McDowell Co., West Virginia.^7,3,4,5 He married Rose Mary Colbird on June 27, 1953 at Mullens, Wyoming Co., West Virginia.^3,8 Dewey Donald Moran died on December 27, 2001 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 70.^7,5 He MULLENS — Dewey Don Moran, 70, died Thursday, Dec. 27, 2001, in a Beckley hospital following a long illness. Born Dec. 24, 1931, in Mercer County, he was the son of the late Dewey H. and Nellie Faye Conner Moran. Mr. Moran was a retired coal miner, of the Protestant faith and a U.S. Army veteran serving during the Korean Conflict. He was preceded in death by a son, Kenneth A. Moran; and a brother, Elmer C. Moran. Survivors include a daughter, Donna Viers and her husband, George, of Mullens; a son, Roger D. Moran of Mullens; a grandson, George Donald Viers of Mullens; and two sisters, Rheba M. Jagers and Naomi L. Moran, both of Ashburn, Va. Service will be 3 p.m. today at Tankersley Funeral Home Chapel, Mullens, with the Rev. Debra Sammons officiating. Entombment will follow in Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens Mausoleum, Beckley. on December 29, 2001.⁵

     Luther Basham was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁵ He was born on December 1, 1894 at Pettry, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^3,4,5 He married Lola E. Conner, daughter of Hayden C. "Hade" Conner and Virginia Arrista "Rissie" Clemmons, on January 19, 1917 at Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,4,6 Luther Basham died on December 31, 1983 at Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 89.^5,7

     Eula Mae Basham was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.⁵ She Eula Basham Beckett, 99, of Peterstown, formerly of Rich Creek, VA died Monday, January 21, 2019 at Country View Assisted living in Peterstown. Born June 21, 1919 in Killarney, WV she was the daughter of the late Luther and Lola Basham. Before retirement Eula worked for Tri-County Equipment Corp and attended First United Methodist Church in Rich Creek. In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her sister, Juanita Maynard. In keeping with her wishes a private graveside service was held on Friday, January 25, 2019 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton.⁵ She was born on June 21, 1919 at Killarney, Raleigh Co., West Virginia.⁵ As of July 3, 1939,her married name was Beckett.⁴ She married Earl McClintic Beckett on July 3, 1939 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^3,4,8,7 Eula Mae Basham died on January 21, 2019 at Peterstown, Monroe Co., West Virginia, at age 99.⁵

     Viola Basham was buried at Keaton Cemetery, Pipestem, Summers Co., West Virginia.⁴ Her married name was Begil.¹ Her married name was Williams.¹ She married Clarence Jennings Williams.¹ Viola Basham married Manuel Begil Sr.¹ Viola Basham was born on February 1, 1913 at Pettry, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^1,4 She died on February 27, 2000 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 87.^1,4 She PIPESTEM - Viola Williams Begil, 87, died late Sunday evening, Feb. 27, 2000, at Appalachian Regional Hospital, Beckley. Born Feb. 1, 1913, at Pettry, she was the daughter of the late Luther and Lola Conner Basham. Mrs. Begil was a lifelong resident of the area and was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister and homemaker. She was a member of the Cooks Chapel Baptist Church, Pipestem. She was preceded in death by her first husband, Clarence Williams; her second husband, Manuel Begil; and a son, Eddie Dean Williams. Survivors include two daughters, Greta O. Johnston of Athens and Mary Lee Lilly and her husband, Arnold, of Lewisburg, Tenn; two sisters, Eula Beckett and her husband, Earl, of Rich Creek, Va., and Juanita Maynard of Princeton; seven grandchildren, Deborah May and husband, William, Valerie Thompson and husband, Wayne, Steven Johnston, David Lilly and wife, Gisele, Mitchell Lilly and wife, Deborah, Kenneth Lilly and wife, Tina, and Elisabeth Choate and husband, Terry; 12 great-grandchildren and three great-great-grandchildren. Services will be 11 a.m. Wednesday at Cooks Chapel Baptist Church, Pipestem, with the Rev. Dallas Payton officiating. Burial will follow in the Keaton Family Cemetery, Pipestem. Friends may call 6 to 9 p.m. today at Memorial Funeral Directory, Athens Road, Princeton, and one hour before the services Wednesday at the church. Pallbearers will be William May, Wayne Thompson, Steven Johnston, Terry Choate, David Lilly, Mitchell Lilly, Kenneth Lilly and Brian May. on February 29, 2000.¹

     Juanita Elizabeth Basham was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.³ Her Social Security Number was 234-24-7018.⁷ Her married name was Maynard.³ She married Alvis Kenna Maynard.^3,8 Juanita Elizabeth Basham was born on December 25, 1921 at East Gulf, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^7,3 She died on December 6, 2009 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 87.^7,3 She PRINCETON - Juanita Elizabeth Maynard, 87, of 1107 Meador St., Princeton died Saturday, December 6, 2009 at her residence. Born December 25, 1921 in East Gulf, W.Va., she was the daughter of the late Luther and Lola Conner Basham. She was a retired employee of Roller Floral Co.in Princeton, retiring in 1983. She was a member of the Kee Street United Methodist Church in Princeton and was a member of the Weatherford Fellowship Guild of the church. She was a graduate of Princeton High School and a 57 year member of the Chapter #53 order of the Eastern Star. Her husband, Alvis K. "A.K" Maynard; and one sister, Viola Williams, preceded her in death. Survivors include one son, Roger L. Maynard and his wife Karen of Hardy, Va; one sister, Eula B. Beckett and her husband Earl of Rich Creek, Va; eight nieces; two brothers-in-law, Bill Hartman and Paul Greer; goddaughter and caregiver, Paula Hilling; and special friends and caregivers, Kathleen Bingham, Sandy Cox and Robin Bolton. Graveside services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m. Wednesday December 9, 2009 at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton with the Rev. Tom Hill officiating. Burial will follow. Pallbearers will be Jeremy Hilling, Jim Hilling, Jason Hilling, Gale Bolton, Bruce Blankenship and Greg Price. on December 8, 2009.³

     His Social Security Number was 234-14-4511.⁵ Clarence Jennings Williams was buried at Keaton Cemetery, Pipestem, Summers Co., West Virginia.^2,6 He married Viola Basham, daughter of Luther Basham and Lola E. Conner.¹ Clarence Jennings Williams was born on December 16, 1909 at Lerona, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^2,5,3 He died on July 28, 1975 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 65.^2,4 He Clarence J. Williams, 65, of Pipestem died Monday in a Princeton hospital following a long illness. He was born at Pipestem and was a son of the late Ed and Grace Keaton Williams. He was a retired Department of Highways employee and was a member of the Regular Baptist Church. Surviving are his widow, Violet Williams; one son, Eddie Williams of Pipestem; two daughters, Mrs. Gene (Gretta) Johnson of Athens and Mrs. Arnold Ray (Mary Lee) Lilly of Covington, Va; one brother, Joe Williams of Lerona; seven grandchildren and two greatgrandchildren. Funeral services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. at Cooke Chapel Church with Rev. Johnny Atkinson and Rev. Paul Hall officiating. Burial will follow in Keaton Cemetery at Pipestem. on July 30, 1975.⁴

     Manuel Begil Sr. was buried at W. T. Anderson Cemetery, Route 18 Pettry on road to Lick Creek, Pettry, Mercer Co., West Virginia.² His Social Security Number was 232-16-2206.⁵ He married Viola Basham, daughter of Luther Basham and Lola E. Conner.¹ Manuel Begil Sr. was born on March 25, 1902 at Cancienes, Asturias, Spain.^2,5,3,4 He died on December 7, 1982 at Pettry, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 80.²

     His Social Security Number was 235-62-2942.² Eddie Dean Williams was buried at Keaton Cemetery, Pipestem, Summers Co., West Virginia.^3,5 He married Joy Winklemyer.⁵ Eddie Dean Williams was born on September 2, 1940 at Pipestem, Summers Co., West Virginia.^2,3 He died on November 15, 1981 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 41.^2,3,5 He Eddie Dean Williams, 41, of Pipestem, died in a Princeton Hospital Sunday after a long illness. Born in Pipestem, he was a son of Mrs. Viola Williams Begil of Pipestem and the late Clarence Williams. He was a member of the Cook’s Chapel Regular Baptist Church at Pipestem and was a member of the Princeton Moose Lodge. He was employed as a truck driver for the Blue Stone Coal Co., and was a member of UMWA Local No. 6196 at Keystone. Survivors include his stepfather, Manuel Begil; his wife, Mrs. Joy Winkelmeyer Williams; one daughter, Elizabeth Williams of Pipestem; two sisters, Mrs. Eugene (Gretta) Johnston of Speedway and Mrs. Arnold (Mary Lee) Lilly of Lewisburg, Tenn. Funeral services will be conducted Wednesday at 11 a.m. in Cook's Chapel Church with Rev. Johnny Adkinson, Rev. Neal Gilliland and Rev. Okie Harless officiating. Burial will be in Keaton Cemetery. on November 16, 1981.⁵

     Greta Odell Williams was buried at Resthaven Memorial Gardens, 1917 West Main Street, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.³ She was born on May 3, 1931 at Lick Creek, Summers Co., West Virginia.³ As of September 11, 1948,her married name was Johnston.² She married Howard Eugene "Gene" Johnston on September 11, 1948 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^5,2,3,6 Greta Odell Williams died on September 29, 2020 at Beckley, Raleigh Co., West Virginia, at age 89.³ She SPEEDWAY - Greta Odell Johnston, 89, of Hinton Road (Speedway), Athens died Tuesday, September 29, 2020 at the Bowers Hospice House in Beckley after a long illness. Born May 3, 1931 at Lick Creek, WV, she was the daughter of the late Clarence Williams and Viola Conner Williams. Greta was raised in Pipestem and was a graduate of Hinton High School. She married Howard Eugene Johnston of Princeton in 1948. For many years, Greta was an active lady in the community, church, and various organizations. She was a member of Concord United Methodist Church and the Women's fellowship, Mercer County Farm Bureau Auxiliary, Mercer County Democratic Women's Club, Sun Valley Ruritan, and West Virginia Extension Homemakers Club. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and sister. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Howard Eugene Johnston, who died in 1987, along with a brother Eddie Dean Williams and a son-in-law William H. May. Those left to cherish her memory include three children, Deborah May of Lerona, WV, Valerie Thompson and husband Marcus Wayne of Wendell, NC, Steven Johnston of Speedway, WV; three grandchildren, Brian May, Kelly Thompson Montgomery and Kevin Thompson; four great-grandchildren, Brittini Orcutt, Alexis May, Madison May and Mason Montgomery; three great-great-grandchildren, Brycen, Khloe, and Kruz Orcutt; and her sister Mary Lee Lilly of Lewisburg, TN; in addition, numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 1:00 pm Monday, October 5, 2020 in the Burns Wornal Chapel of the Memorial Funeral Directory on the Athens Road in Princeton with Pastor Terry Choate officiating. Entombment will follow in Resthaven Memorial Park Mausoleum in Princeton. Serving as pallbearers will be David Lilly, Mitchell Lilly, Kenneth Lilly, John Keith Johnston, Kevin Thompson and Scott Padgett. on October 3, 2020.³

     His Social Security Number was 234-40-6714.⁵ Howard Eugene "Gene" Johnston was born on April 9, 1928 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^4,5 He married Greta Odell Williams, daughter of Clarence Jennings Williams and Viola Basham, on September 11, 1948 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,6 Howard Eugene "Gene" Johnston died in April, 1987 at West Virginia.⁵

     Arnold Ray Lilly On March 28, 2020, Arnold R. Lilly passed from this life to his heavenly home. Born July 16, 1932 in Pipestem, West Virginia. He was the 12th child of 13 born to Edward Allen Lilly and Lizzie Mae Lilly who both proceeded him in death. Surviving siblings are Charles Allen Lilly of Pipestem, West Virginia; and Drema Joy Marks who lives in Centerville, Md. Arnold was a 2-year letterman in both Football and Baseball for Hinton High School where he graduated in 1950. After practice, many times Arnold would have to hitch hike the 15 miles back home and complete his chores upon arrival. Arnold entered the United States Army after graduation where he served in the Korean War as a paratrooper in the 187th Airborne Regimental Combat Team from 1950-53. He was always proud of his service to our country. Upon returning home, Arnold was blessed by the marriage to his High School Sweetheart, Mary Leigh (Williams) Lilly, who survives him in death. They were married on Nov. 28, 1953. Arnold dearly loved Mary as they were together in marriage for over 66 years. Arnold was a special Father to and is survived by 3 sons: David Lilly of Covington, Ga; Mitch Lilly of Murfreesboro, TN; and Ken Lilly of Lewisburg, Tn. As well as 2 Daughters-in-law Debbie Lilly of Murfreesboro and Leah Lilly of Lewisburg. He also was graced by 7 Grandchildren: Heather Conditt, Jeremy Lilly, Keith Lilly, Matt Lilly, Amanda Honea, Jake Lilly, and Austin Lilly. Also 3 Step Grandchildren: T.C. Hedge, Thomas Hedge, and Mary Cate Costa. As well as being survived by 12 Great Grandchildren. Arnold moved to Lewisburg, Tn. In 1976 where he proudly served as the Plant Manager and later General Manager of Mead Containerboard. He dearly loved the people he worked with and retired from Mead in 2000. He was a devout Christian and member of the First Baptist Church of Lewisburg. Arnold was highly involved in the Lewisburg community, serving as a City Councilman for 12 years, Babe Ruth League President, Marshall County Quarterback Club President, Lewisburg Gas Board Member, Board of Directors for Tennessee Technical Coatings, as well as being named 2001 Marshall County Senior Citizen of the Year by the Chamber of Commerce. Arnold was also a proud member of McDonald’s “Old Geezers” club. He loved his mornings at McDonalds. Loved immensely by his Family, Arnold always loved seeing familiar faces and greeted them with a warm smile and an open hand. He will be missed by all. Arnold will be buried in his family cemetery in Pipestem, West Virginia. Due to the Coronavirus restrictions there will be no public visitation or services here in Lewisburg currently. There will be a Memorial Service in Lewisburg at a later date. Fond memories and condolences may be extended to the family online at www.billsmcgaugh.com and www.memorialfd.com In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate sending donations in Arnold’s name to the Marshall County Child Development Center, 1600 Jason Maxwell Blvd., Lewisburg, Tn. 37091. “The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake. Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for that art with me; thy rod and they staff they comfort me. Thou prepares a table before me in the presence of mine enemies; thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over. Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life: and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.” Psalm 23.⁴ He was buried at Levi Allen Neely Family Cemetery, Pipestem, Summers Co., West Virginia.⁵ He was born on July 16, 1932 at Pipestem, Summers Co., West Virginia.⁴ He married Mary Leigh Williams, daughter of Clarence Jennings Williams and Viola Basham, on November 28, 1953 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,4,6 Arnold Ray Lilly died on March 28, 2020 at Lewisburg, Marshall Co., Tennessee, at age 87.⁴

     Earl McClintic Beckett was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.³ His Social Security Number was 233-24-8601.⁵ He was born on February 3, 1918 at Athens, Mercer Co., West Virginia; The SSDI has a birth date of Feb 4, 1918.^5,3,4 He married Eula Mae Basham, daughter of Luther Basham and Lola E. Conner, on July 3, 1939 at Pearisburg, Giles Co., Virginia.^1,2,3,6 Earl McClintic Beckett died on November 16, 2013 at Peterstown, Monroe Co., West Virginia, at age 95.^5,3 He Earl McClentic Beckett, 95, of Peterstown, W.Va., formerly of Rich Creek, died Saturday, November 16, 2013, at Country View Assisted Living in Peterstown. Born February 3, 1918, in Athens, he was the son of the late George Benjamin Beckett and Gertrude Celestia Basham Beckett. He retired from the Celanese Corporation and was a United States Army veteran of World War II. Earl was a dedicated member of First United Methodist Church in Rich Creek where he previously served as a lay leader and an adult Bible class teacher. He had been a resident of Rich Creek since 1940 moving there from the Princeton/Athens area. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by nine brothers, and three sisters. Earl is survived by his loving wife of 74 years, Eula Basham Beckett of Peterstown; and numerous nieces; nephews; and cousins. Funeral Services will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday, November 19, 2013, at Seaver Funeral Home in Princeton, W.Va., with the Rev. Douglas Hendrick and the Rev. Aubrey Whitlow officiating. Burial will follow at Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. Friends may call from 1 p.m. until the service hour Tuesday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Rich Creek First United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 397, Rich Creek, VA 24147. on November 18, 2013.³

     Alvis Kenna Maynard was buried at Roselawn Memorial Gardens, Courthouse Road, Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia.^3,4 His Social Security Number was 235-26-1945.¹ He married Juanita Elizabeth Basham, daughter of Luther Basham and Lola E. Conner.^2,4 Alvis Kenna Maynard was born on August 13, 1918 at Williamson, Mingo Co., West Virginia.^1,3,5,6 He died on January 25, 1993 at Princeton, Mercer Co., West Virginia, at age 74.^1,3,6,4 He PRINCETON — Alvis K. (A.K.) Maynard, 74, of 1107 Meador St., Princeton, died Monday at a Princeton hospital. Born in Williamson, he was a son of the late John B. Maynard and Jennie Eva Whaley Maynard Goode. He was a retired electrician for Hooten Equipment Company in Princeton and a retired Lab Technician for Consolidated Coal Company at Itmann. He was a member of the Episcopal Church of the Heavenly Rest in Princeton. He was a 1938 graduate of Athens High School and attended Bluefield Business College. He was a member of the Princeton Moose Lodge 1521 and the Princeton Elks Lodge 1459. He also was a member of the Princeton Masonic Lodge 134 A.F. & A.M., Bluefield Chapter 44 R.A.M., Bluefield Commandry 19 K.T., Beni Kedem Shrine Temple in Charleston, Bluefield Shrine Club and the Bluefield Shrine Club Patrol. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in World War II and the Korean Conflict. Survivors: wife, Juanita Basham Maynard; son, Roger Maynard of Roanoke, Va; sisters, Mrs. Bill (Lucille) Hartman of Athens, Mrs. Paul (Betty) Greer of Lewisburg and Mrs. Pete (Joanne) Donaghue of Hampton, Va. The funeral will be at ll a.m. Thursday at the George W. Seaver Funeral Home Chapel in Princeton with the Rev. Stephen Paul officiating. Burial will be at the Roselawn Memorial Gardens in Princeton. on January 27, 1993.⁴