Jerry Bernard Hadden, 78, of Hephzibah entered into rest on Friday, July 7, 2017. Funeral services will be held in the chapel of The Poteet Funeral Home at 11:00 am Tuesday, July 11, 2017 with Pastor Robert Driggers officiating. Entombment will follow at Hillcrest Memorial Park. A native of Augusta, Mr. Hadden was a mechanic for Garrett Aviation of Augusta. He was a member of American Legion Post 63 where he was a participant in the American Legion Riders. Along with his enthusiasm for motorcycle riding, he was a hard worker, a member of Pine Hill Baptist Church, enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, and later in life became a member of The Better Government Association of Augusta. Survivors include his daughters, JerryAnn (Garry) Tinsley and Debbie Hadden; step-daughter, Susan (Wayne) Canaday; a brother, Bobby Hadden; 7 grandchildren, 11 great grandchildren, 2 great-great grandchildren. Mr. Hadden was predeceased by his loving wife of more than 49 years Barbara H. Hadden. The family will receive friends on Monday, July 10, 2017 from 5:00 until 7:00 at Poteet Funeral Home.