George W. Myers
1864–1931 (age 67)
Mathematician and astronomer
Biography
George W. Myers dedicated himself to expanding mathematical and astronomical knowledge, teaching a generation of students to see the beauty in complex patterns and celestial motions. His academic career was marked by careful scholarship, clear exposition, and a commitment to rigorous research.
Beyond the classroom he supported observatories and scientific societies, helping to build the infrastructure that allowed young scientists to pursue original work. He rests at Mount Hope Cemetery and Mausoleum, where colleagues and pupils remember him as both a brilliant mind and a patient mentor.