Grover Wormer was born August 9, 1821 near Auburn,
New York. He left home at 12 years old to make his fortune. He traveled
to Oswego, New York where he found work in a store. Wormer continued
his education and remained in Oswego for five years. In 1838, he
went as a cabin boy on a lake steamer. He married Maria C. Crolius
of New York City in 1844; they had five children. He held several
positions before establishing himself in the machinery manufacturing
business.
Wormer, as a captain, organized and recruited the Stanton Guard
in May of 1862. He was made Lt. Colonel of the 8th Cavalry on October
3, 1862. Wormer was made Colonel of the 30th U. S. Infantry on November
21, 1864. He was brevetted Brigadier General of U. S. Volunteers
on March 13, 1865 and was honorably discharged on June 30, 1865.
Wormer fought in battles at Triplets Bridge, Salt River, Lebanon
and Knoxville, all in Tennessee and the pursuit of Confederate General
Morgan across Ohio.
General Wormer died on January 26, 1904 just prior to the 60th anniversary
of his wedding.
Born: August 9, 1821
Died: January 26, 1904
Buried: Section K, Lot 87-8
