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Notable Achievements at Age 90
Died in Havana
Fidel Castro died on 25 November 2016 at age 90; Raúl Castro announced his death on state television.
Died in New York City
Alfred P. Sloan Jr. died February 17, 1966, in New York City at age 90.
Died by assisted suicide in Switzerland
Kahneman died by assisted suicide on March 27, 2024, in Nunningen, Switzerland; assistance was provided by Pegasos due to fear of dementia.
Buried at Santa Ifigenia Cemetery, Santiago de Cuba
Castro's ashes were interred at Santa Ifigenia Cemetery near José Martí's burial site on 4 December 2016.
State funeral
Received a state funeral on 30 January 1965, one of the largest state funerals in modern British history.
Death
Died at Hyde Park Gate, London on 24 January 1965; subsequently given a state funeral on 30 January 1965.
Commemorative article for 90th birthday
A commemorative article/tribute was written in honour of Tony Hoare's 90th birthday (article dated 2024).
90th birthday thanksgiving service at St George's Cathedral
Appeared frail in a wheelchair but attended a special thanksgiving service at St George's Cathedral in Cape Town marking his 90th birthday.
Cornell renames East Avenue to 'Feeney Way' (Ithaca)
To honor his transformative gifts, Cornell renamed a main thoroughfare on its Ithaca campus 'Feeney Way' for his 90th birthday.
Announced retirement from Motown/industry roles
Announced his retirement in September 2019 at age 89 (reported in 2019), ending decades of active involvement.
State rally in Havana; national mourning declared
Thousands paid tribute in Havana; nine days of national mourning were declared and international leaders attended rallies.
Received NASA's Ambassador of Exploration Award (non-astronaut)
Became the first non-astronaut recipient of NASA's Ambassador of Exploration award.
Warren Buffett praise in 2006 Berkshire Hathaway letter
Warren Buffett praised Schloss in his 2006 Berkshire Hathaway annual letter, calling him 'one of the good guys of Wall Street' and describing his record.
Peter Drucker died (impact on foundation)
Peter Drucker passed away in 2005. The foundation Hesselbein led would later be renamed in her honor (2012).
Received Austrian Cross of Honour for Science and Art, 1st class
High Austrian decoration recognizing contributions to science and arts (1999).
USS Hopper (DDG‑70) launched/named
The U.S. Navy named the Arleigh Burke-class guided‑missile destroyer USS Hopper in her honor; launched in 1996 (commissioned 1997).
Multiple honors (1995): Hans Prinzhorn Medal & Honorary Citizen
Received Hans Prinzhorn Medal, named Honorary Citizen of the City of Vienna, and awarded Great Gold Medal with Star for Services to the Republic of Austria (1995).
Influence on Berkshire's 'Four Giants' strategy
Munger's long-term influence shaped Berkshire's strategy focusing on insurance float, Apple, BNSF, and Berkshire Hathaway Energy.
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