Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors and Cremation Services

02/02/2026

Jack Tarlton Mason Sr.

Jack Tarlton Mason Sr., 81, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026, in Hephzibah, Georgia, where he had resided for the past 30 years. He was born on December 12, 1944, in Aiken, South Carolina, and entered eternal rest very peacefully in the loving arms of his family.
Funeral services will be held from the chapel of Chance and Hydrick Funeral Directors this Thursday, February 5, 2026, at 2:00 P.M., with the Reverend Dennis Lamb officiating. Interment will be private in Hillcrest Memorial Park.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday evening from 5:00 until 7:00 P.M. at the funeral home.
Pallbearers will be, Trevor Threet, Jeremy Burton, Jared Mason, Zack Mason, Jordan Mason, Elijah Mason, Jaythan Smith, Connor Burton and Chase Burton.
Jack was the son of Robert Lee Mason and Willie Louise Ingram Mason, both of whom preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carolyn Joyce Roberts Mason, the love of his life and devoted partner of 59½ years; his brother, Rev. Thomas E. Mason Sr. and his wife Thelma who were huge influences in the development of his faith; and his sister, Nina Lee Mason.
Jack and Carolyn built a life deeply rooted in their shared faith, their church family, and a sincere love for others. Their devotion to the Lord guided every aspect of their lives—how they served, how they loved, and how they welcomed others. Faith was not simply something they practiced; it was how they lived. Their home and their church were places of encouragement, hospitality, and steadfast Christian example. Together, they shared a deep love of travel and adventure. They proudly visited all 50 states and traveled abroad to Israel, France, and England. Though they especially cherished the beauty and spirit of the Southwestern United States, home was always Augusta, Georgia, where their hearts, church family, and loved ones remained.
He is survived by his three children: Kimberly Mason Threet (Stephen) of North Augusta, South Carolina; Jack Tarlton Mason Jr. (Susan) of Santa Fe, New Mexico; and Travis Kevin Mason of Hephzibah, Georgia; as well as his brother, Robert (Bobby) Mason Sr. (Sharon) of Hephzibah, Georgia. He was a proud and loving grandfather to seven grandchildren: Stephanie Threet Burton (Jeremy), Trevor Ryan Threet (Genni Lib), Jared Travis Mason (Britani), Michael Zachary Mason (Triston), Jordan Paul Mason (Emily), Elijah Cole Mason (Cayla), and Jaythan Smith. He was blessed with twelve great-grandchildren: Connor, Chase, Chesney, Jensen, Stalvey, Gentry, Bethany, Dougie, Waylon, Jaxton, Gatlin, and Hardy, and he eagerly awaited the arrival of a great-granddaughter, Josie.
Jack retired in 2009 from the Savannah River Site, where he served with distinction as an accomplished Laboratory Technician supporting the Tritium Enterprise and the Defense Waste Processing Facility. He was known for his professionalism, dedication, and integrity.
A man of deep faith, Jack loved the Lord wholeheartedly and was extremely knowledgeable of the Bible, which he studied often and with great devotion. He was a faithful servant to his church throughout his life, always willing to sing, teach, encourage, or step forward wherever he was needed. Blessed with a powerful voice that filled the room, he sang in numerous churches, touching countless hearts with his deep, rich spiritual voice and sincere presence.
Jack also had a lifelong love of music and was an accomplished musician, playing both the guitar and the piano. He joyfully passed this gift of music—and the faith behind it—to his children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren, inspiring generations through song, worship, and example.
In 2012, he earned a degree in Theology and faithfully preached as he was called, sharing God’s Word with humility, wisdom, and compassion.
If you met him, you liked him. If you knew him, you loved him.
Jack was a blessing to all who knew him, but especially to his family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, faith, service, music, and respect—a legacy carefully built and shepherded through a lifetime of devotion, leadership, and grace. His influence will continue to be felt for generations to come.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Nelson and Barbara Roberts, Dennis and Amanda Lamb & the Broken Ministries Team, Bible Fellowship Church, Kenny and Jeanie Lamb, Diane Barrett, Jana Smith, Melinda (Voice behind the Box) and the Fifth-Floor Staff at Piedmont Hospital, the Affinis Hospice Staff and Nikki Byrd for their love, care, and support.

Chance and Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA 30906
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01/29/2026

Augusta, GA – Norma Skinner, 83, loving wife to Edward Skinner entered into rest on Wednesday, January 28, 2026.
Funeral services will be held from the chapel of Chance and Hydrick Funeral Directors on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 1:00 o’clock with Reverend Mark Taylor and Reverend Robert Cook officiating.
Family will receive friends on Monday, February 2, 2026, from 6:00 – 8:00 PM at Chance & Hydrick funeral home.
Interment will follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park.
Mrs. Skinner, daughter of the late John D. Causey and the late Minnie Alma Lewis, was born in Conway, SC. She was a member of First Friendship Church. She retired from Kendall company as a machine operator. She attended Sunday school at First Friendship Church, Homestead Draperies for 13 years, Lily Tulip Cup Plant for 6 years., Chapter 44, Good Sams Camping Club.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her daughter, Taffy Kay Blake (2/2014); her son, James Tony Lewis (10/2014); her sister, Bernice Hardee; her brother, J.D. Causey; her first husband, James Lewis.
In addition to her husband, she is survived by her son, Tim Lewis (Tereasa); her daughters, Linda Beazley (Leonard), Rhonda Sue Kelly, Patricia Krezinski (Robert), Edwina Atwood (Patrick), Brenda Matthews, Tina Spivey (William), Michele Pearson Daude (Fabiano); her brother, Larry Causey; her sisters, Vonice James (Carl), Joyce Clark (E.M.); seventeen grandchildren; twenty-three great grandchildren; her son in law, Richard A. Blake.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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01/29/2026

Augusta, GA – Joseph Carl Attaway, 74, loving husband to Kathryn Attaway entered into rest after an extended illness, at his residence on Sunday, January 25, 2026.
Per Joe’s request the interment will be private.
Mr. Attaway, son of the late John Thompson Attaway and the late Margie Youngblood Attaway. He was born in Augusta, GA. He graduated from Butler High School in 1970. Mr. Attaway was a state-certified police officer at the Medical College of Georgia, where he served for 12 years, he also was a land surveyor for 40 years. He was a past president and a long- standing member of the Augusta Rose Society, an outstanding member of the American Rose Society, a recipient of the American Rose Society Bronze Medal, and an American Rose Society Horticulture Judge.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother, Tony Attaway; his two sisters, Ann Hoover, Carolyn Brummett.
Mr. Attaway is survived by his loving wife Kathryn Attaway; his brother, John Thomas Attaway (Elaine); his sister, Joan Kelly (John); a host of nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to any charity of your choice.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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01/28/2026

Jessie Faye Clark Mims, 90, of 2233 Nellie Drive, Augusta, GA., went home to be with the Lord on January 26, 2026. Mrs. Mims was born in Shelby County, Alabama on October 19, 1935. Mrs. Mims worked at Gracewood State School and Hospital (Now East Central Regional Hospital, Gracewood Campus) in the 60’s – as an attendant, then the print shop and left in 1970 but returned after a number of years as an attendant then was promoted to Secretary in building 74 which later moved to building 18 where she retired with 24 years of service on July 1, 1998. She also worked at Dymo Plant, Plant Vogtle, Augusta Burglar Alarm, and a collection agency. She enjoyed collecting coins and going to yard sales. She loved church and she attended and was a member of Calvary Temple Assembly of God for many years where she taught Sunday school and Children’s Church.
Survivors include her four children, Glenn David Mims, Augusta, GA.; Rev. Nellie Mims Thompson (Tim), Augusta, GA.; Charles Lindsey Mims, Beech Island, SC; Betty Mims Miller (James), Augusta, GA; eleven grandchildren, Nick W. Mims (Jami), Brian D. Mims, Leslie M. Johnston (Burke), Lindsay R. Hicks (Joey), Melissa K. Headen (Joe), Glenda L. Thaxton, April M. Mims, J. Stephen Miller (Angelique), David C. Miller, Jesse G. Mims (Kayla), Josh R. Miller (Chloe); thirty-four great grandchildren, four great-great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Charles David Mims, Augusta, GA, her parents, Walter Lindsey Clark and Alona Gewin Clark, both of Augusta, GA.; one brother, Carl Wallace Clark (Sylvia), Augusta, GA.
Pallbearers will be grandsons, Nick Mims, Stephen Miller, David Miller, Jesse Mims, Josh Miller and Joe Headen.
The family will receive family and friends on Sunday, February 1, 2026, from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and also on Monday February 2, 2026 at 1 o’clock until the hour of the service at Chance and Hydrick Funeral Home, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA.
Funeral Services will be held on Monday, February 2, 2026, at 2:00 pm in the Chapel of Chance and Hydrick Funeral Home, Augusta, GA. with Rev. Tim Thompson and Rev. Nellie Thompson officiating.
Interment will follow in the Hillcrest Memorial Park.

Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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01/27/2026

Augusta, GA – Carson Skip Story, 62, entered into rest on January 19, 2026, at his residence.
Funeral services will be held at Bible Church of God formerly Calvary Temple Assembly of God 3343 Peach Orchard Rd. Augusta, GA 30906, on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 11 o'clock with Reverend Brandon Lanier officiating.
Family will receive friends on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, from 6:00-8:00 PM at Chance & Hydrick funeral home.
Interment will follow in Mt. Horeb Baptist Church Cemetery.
Mr. Story, son of Frank Story and Elaine Futral Andrews, was born in Augusta, GA.
Mr. Story is preceded in death by his brother, John Travis Mitchum.
In addition to his mother and father, he is survived by his siblings, Debbie Flether (Bill), Peter Mitchum (Amy), Kimberly Boyd (Donald); numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins, Tyler Bailey, Melissa Young, Matthew Reynolds, Morgan Reynolds, Liam Mitchum, Braiden Mitchum, Emma Mitchum, Shane McGahee.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.

01/27/2026

Augusta, GA – Michael Darrin Lamb Sr., 57, loving husband to Angie Lamb entered into rest on Thursday, January 22, 2026.
Memorial services will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 5 o'clock with Skip Braswell officiating.
Family will receive friends on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, from 4 o'clock until the hour of the service.
Mr. Lamb, son of the late Sidney Paul Lamb Sr. and Linda Sheppard Lamb, was born in Augusta, GA. He was employed with Paul Canada Construction as a carpenter. He loved fishing, hunting, cherished time spent with his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, enjoyed listening to music, and was a gifted carpenter, particularly skilled in building desks. He attended Silvercrest Baptist Church.
Mr. Lamb is preceded in death by his father Sidney Paul Lamb Sr.
In addition to his mother and wife, he is survived by his two sons, Michael Darrin Lamb Jr. (Zoe), Steven Williams (Lori); two grandchildren, Ariya Rose Lamb, Greyson T. Williams; his brother, Sidney Lamb Jr. (Chandra).
Mr. Lamb enjoyed spending time at the racetrack with his cuzen Marty Braswell (Crystal) and his daughter and son (kali, case). Jacob Price (star) and two boys and daughters (Hayden, Logan, Reagan).
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.

01/27/2026

Augusta, GA – Shirley Elizabeth Daggerhart, 75, loving wife of 58 years to the late Paul Daggerhart, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 21, 2026, at her residence.
A celebration of life will be held on a later date.
Mrs. Daggerhart, daughter of the late A.J. Owens and the late Annie Mary Tapp Owens, was born in Chesnee, SC. She was the youngest of five. Moma never met a stranger, she loved talking to everyone and her favorite thing to do was to go Cherokee, NC to the casino.
In addition to her parents and husband she preceded in death by her two sisters, Olivia Blackwell, Lucille Mathews; her brother, David Owens.
Mrs. Daggerhart is survived by her three children, Tracy Daggerhart, Angela Albright, Andy Daggerhart; her six grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren; her sister, Jean Johnson from Chesnee.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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01/26/2026

Harold Shelton Butler, Jr.

Augusta, GA – Harold Shelton Butler, Jr., 63, husband of Robin Pope Butler entered into rest on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at his residence.
A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
Mr. Butler, son of the late Harold Shelton Butler, Sr. and Janis Gassaway Butler, was born in Augusta, GA.
In addition to his wife and mother, he is survived by his daughter, Tracy Daniel (Phillip) his sister, Dana Orander (Mike); his grandchildren, Keaton Daniel and Gracie Howell. He was also survived by a host of beloved cousins.
Mr. Butler loved to be outdoors hunting and fishing. He also had a deep love for his Animals. He was a member of Walkinshaw Hunting Club for many years. He also enjoyed looking after and spending time with Hope and Thomas. Mr. Butler was a member of Story Mill Road Baptist Church.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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01/24/2026

Joanne M. Quick

Waynesboro, GA – Joanne M. Quick, 93, entered into rest Saturday, January 24, 2026, at Brentwood Nursing and Rehab.
A graveside service will be held in Westover Memorial Park, on Wednesday, January 28, 2026, at 2:00 with the Reverend Louis Coley, Jr. officiating. The family will receive friends immediately following the service at the graveside.
Born on January 7, 1933, in Augusta, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth Marie Nixon Mosely and James Richard Mosely. She was a lifelong resident of Burke County and had retired from Gracewood Hospital as a seamstress.
She is survived by a daughter and son-in-law, Debra and Henry Martin of Waynesboro; a son and daughter-in-law, Richard and Faye Quick of Waynesboro; grandchildren, Evans Martin, Jerry Martin, Eric Quick and Travis Quick. She was loved by her great grandchildren and her beloved dog Sadie.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.

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01/22/2026

Augusta, GA – Norma Jean Dunbar, 92, entered into rest on Tuesday, January 20, 2026.
Memorial services will be held from the chapel of Chance and Hydrick Funeral Directors on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 2 o’clock with Reverend Tim Pendrey officiating.
Family will receive friends on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at 1 o’clock until the hour of the service at the funeral home.
Mrs. Dunbar, daughter of the late Roger C. Yeater and the late Verna Moore Yeater, was born in West Virginia, VA. She retired from Sales from Key Wholesale. She was a long-time resident of Augusta, GA where she lived for 50 years. A devoted Chirstian, Norma found joy in the simple pleasures of life. She loved visiting the mall- especially Macy’s- where she formed special friendships with the people who worked there. She enjoyed walking the mall, shopping, cooking for those she loved, and keeping a beautiful, clean home. Norma never met a stranger and was known for her warm spirit and her love for a good conversation.
In addition to her parents, she is preceded in death by her husband, Jarrett Dunbar; her son Jerry Dunbar; her brother Gail Yeater.
Mrs. Dunbar is survived by her son, Charles Dunbar; her sister-in-law Judy Yeater, and host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to www.stjude.org.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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01/22/2026

Augusta, GA – Aiden Lee Shaw, infant son to Thomas and Brianna Shaw.
Family will receive friends on Saturday, January 24, 2026, from 2:00 – 4:00 PM at Chance & Hydrick funeral home.
In addition to his parents, he is survived by his paternal grandfather, Johnathan Shaw; paternal grandmother, Laurie Shaw; Maternal grandmother, Teresa and Adam Hart; Maternal grandfather, Waynon Calhoun; maternal great grandmother, Marilyn Foster; Maternal great grandfather, James Foster; paternal great grandmother, Lorraine Shaw, and numerous aunts and uncles.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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01/20/2026

April 3, 1960 – January 16, 2026
Beverly Delina Williams Tanner, lovingly known as “BB” or “Bev,” was born on April 3, 1960, in Floyd County, Rome, Georgia, and raised in the Augusta, Georgia area. On January 16, 2026, Beverly peacefully answered her Heavenly Father’s call and went home to be with the Lord, surrounded by love.
She was preceded in death by her beloved mother, Neva Thompson Williams; her father, Charles Simpson Williams, lovingly known as “Simp” or “CS”; and her brother, Rex D. Williams.
Beverly is survived by her two devoted loving daughters, Heather Whitt (Jeremy Whitt) and Neva Giffin (Tripp Giffin). She leaves behind three precious grandchildren, Jade Delina Whitt Suarez (Fernando), Jericho Clayton Whitt, and Jedidiah Edward Whitt, who were the light of her life. She also leaves four cherished fur-grandbabies—Sable Lynn, Duke, Daisy, and Lilly.
She is also survived by her loving siblings: Dale Williams; Diann Marum (Ernie); Tommy Williams; Sonja Moore (LeRoy); Donny Williams; and Danny Williams; along with a lot of nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, cousins, aunts, and uncles, all of whom she loved with her whole heart.
Beverly had a beautiful Joyful spirit, contagious laugh and a smile no one could ever forget. She never met a stranger and had a special way of making everyone she met feel welcomed, valued, loved and most importantly like family.
She loved to sing, dance, and loved Elvis Presley, Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty, and Travis Tritt. Beverly faithfully worked at Sconyers Bar-B-Que for over 15 years as a plate maker, where she gained not just coworkers, but a second family she held close.
Beverly found peace in God’s creation—whether fishing, traveling to the mountains, or simply spending time with those she loved. She was a proud mother of two, a devoted granny to three treasured grandchildren, and a loving fur-granny to her four adored fur-grandbabies. She was also an “extra” mama and granny to many, always opening her heart and arms to anyone.
Though she will be deeply missed, we rejoice knowing Beverly is now healed, whole, and resting in the presence of her Savior. Her love, laughter, and faith will live on in all who were blessed to know her.
The family will receive family and friends and host a time of fellowship following the service on Tuesday January 27,2026 from 12:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m. at Hephzibah Baptist Church, located at 2527 Georgia Highway 88, Hephzibah, Georgia 30815.
At the request of the family, all floral arrangements will be handled by Annie’s Floral Boutique, (706) 733-5563.
Chance & Hydrick Funeral Directors, 2502 Richmond Hill Road, Augusta, GA, 30906.
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