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Lawrence Bennett: 51 Years of Service at Augusta National

4/13/2026

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Lawrence Bennett, a former chauffeur at Augusta National Golf Club, dedicated 51 years to the iconic venue.
He began as a litter picker and rose to chauffeur for celebrities and dignitaries, including Sandra Day O’Connor and Arnold Palmer.
Bennett oversaw the cremation of old green jackets.
The Augusta National Golf Club supported his education.
His father, Freddie Bennett, also worked at Augusta, reinforcing a family legacy at the club.

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Lawrence Bennett, a former chauffeur at Augusta National Golf Club, dedicated 51 years to the iconic venue.
He began as a litter picker and rose to chauffeur for celebrities and dignitaries, including Sandra Day O’Connor and Arnold Palmer.
Bennett oversaw the cremation of old green jackets.
The Augusta National Golf Club supported his education.
His father, Freddie Bennett, also worked at Augusta, reinforcing a family legacy at the club.