Ola M. Baskett

With deepest and profound sympathy, G. L. Brightharp & Sons announces the transition of Ms. Ola M. Baskett who entered into rest August 21, 2026.

Ms. Baskett, a native of Aiken County, was a member of Hammond Grove Word Power Ministry where she faithfully served in the women’s ministry, church anniversary, committee, in bible study, and with the mass choir. Growing up in a musically talented family, she also sang with her family’s group, The North Augusta Spiritualaires. Following a career that spanned over 30 years with the Department of Veteran Affairs, Ola retired in 2008 as a Telephone Operator.

Survivors include her children, Elliott W. Baskett, Jr., Thomas E. Baskett (Pheneik), Melissa A. Hill (Doby), and James A. Baskett; two brothers, Jospeh Mims and Roosevelt Mims (Katie); one sister, Fannie M. Broadwater; three sisters-in-law, Rosa Mims, Earline Mims, and Roberta Baskett Curry (Jessie); ten grandchildren, Ashtin Baskett, Austin Baskett, Brandi Baskett, Jamie Baskett, Niya Baskett, Jada Coleman, Antonio Floyd, JaNyia Hill, Jordan Hill and Javon McKie; four great-grandchildren, Jamari Baskett, Ashlyn Floyd, DeMicah Floyd and Aundraya McKie; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends; and a special caregiver, Lisa Miller.

Funeral services will be held at 3:30 PM Friday, August 28, 2026 at Hammond Grove Word Power Ministry with the Rev., Dr. Bobby G. Hankerson officiating. Interment will follow at Pineview Memorial Gardens. Viewing will be held from 2:00 PM until 5:30 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

Professional Services are under the care of G. L. Brightharp & Sons Mortuary-North Augusta.