Program

Patriot Burials®

Subject

Cemetery, Event, Site

Location

37 Decatur St, Worcester, NY 12197, USA

Lat/Long

42.594402, -74.749812

Grant Recipient

Columbia-Mid Hudson Valley SAR Chapter

The origins of the American Revolution can be traced back to 1775, when the first shots were fired between colonial and British forces at the Battle of Lexington and Concord. Soon after, the American Colonies declared their independence from Great Britain on July 4, 1776. As the newly formed United States went to war with Great Britain, hundreds of men across the Thirteen Colonies joined the fight. These men came from different walks of life; some were farmers, others were tradesmen, lawyers, doctors and merchants. Despite their differences they desired the same thing: freedom and independence. Colonial forces faced severe challenges, including lack of supplies and military training; however, in the face of obstacles they were undeterred. After nearly 8 years the colonies defeated Great Britain and successfully achieved their independence. It is important to remember the lives and sacrifices made by those who fought for American freedom. 

Maple Grove Cemetery is the final resting place of many of the community’s early residents. Among those buried here are at least six Revolutionary War veterans, including Captain Joseph Flint, William Hallick, Samuel Hartwell, Samuel Russ, John Waterman, and Henry Stever.  

Another veteran, Solomon Garfield, who served in Massachusetts during the war, may be buried in this cemetery as well. However, it is believed his original stone was destroyed, possibly through reinterment of Garfield’s remains. Additional research is necessary to determine if Garfield is in fact buried here or misattributed to this cemetery.