Augusta, GA. Betty James Stafford, age 88, of Lake Crossing Nursing Home, entered into rest Tuesday, June 24, 2014. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jack W. Stafford; her second husband, Frank Lariscy and a brother, John Bartlett and a sister, Martha Bryan Mrs. Stafford was an O.R. nurse in the 1940s and later an accomplished dance instructor and owner/operator for two Arthur Murray Dance Studios. She is survived by her son, John (Theresa) Stafford of Grovetown; 3 grandchildren, Zachery, Connor and Shawn.Also survived by many nieces and nephews. Family will receive friends Monday 12 pm to 2 pm at THE POTEET FUNERAL HOME, 3465 Peach Orchard Rd., HWY 25, Augusta, 30906, 706.798.8886, with services to follow at 2 pm at the funeral home with Pastor Dwayne Carter, officiating. Burial to follow in Hillcrest Memorial Park.