Who were the three early devotees who provided hospitality in Shirdi?

According to the introduction in Chapter 0, the three individuals who provided hospitality to visitors in Shirdi and became total devotees of Maharaj were Kashiram, Appa, and Mhalasapati. The text notes that they were all completely devoted to Sai Baba. It further elaborates on the fates of two of them, stating that Kashiram and Appa passed away some years later. Kashiram died first, followed by Appa. The narrative highlights the auspiciousness of their deaths, as both were fortunate enough to pass away on an Ekadashi day, which is considered Hari's day, fitting for Hari's devotees.