Barbara Ann Rush

Barbara Hines Rush, age 77, of Batesville, Georgia made her last biscuit on November 14, 2023.

Born to Lillie Mae and Earl Hines all the way down in Gainesville, FL, Barbara was always a bit on the wild side and loved finding trouble. Her travels and experiences lead her to live abroad in Saudi Arabia before finding her way up to North Georgia to become the owner and proprietor of the Old Batesville Restaurant, which she ran with her son, Marc, for 24 years.

In addition to her parents, Barbara was preceded in death by her brother Larry “Popey” Hines along with countless rescued dogs and cats.

Left to share the stories are her sons Marc Deas and Geoff Scully. She was lucky enough to have two grandchildren, Christian Bolinder and TIna Noichl. She also had three step children that she held dear to her heart, Bill Rush, Jr, Janet Doyle, and Jeff Rush. Barbara failed to outlive her sister Wanda “Sis” Sharp and Tommy Hines, much to her disappointment. And of course, she is survived by countless rescued dogs and cats.

Barbara loved nothing more than laughing with friends and reminding people not to take themselves seriously. A celebration of life will be held at the Old Batesville Restaurant on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at 6:00 pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family would love you to think about Habersham Animal Shelter- make a donation, walk a dog, or even better…. adopt a critter.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the Whitfield Funeral Homes & Crematory, North Chapel at 245 Central Avenue, Demorest, Georgia 30535. Telephone: 706-778-1700.