Martha Nell Hinebaugh

Martha Nell Hinebaugh, 93, of Jones Mills, passed away on July 25, 2024, after a sudden onset battle with a respiratory disease. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl in 2021, by her parents Harry N. and Mary C. (Moffat) Hill, and by her sister Cathy Bekian. She was known as “Marty” to many friends and simply as “MN” to much of her family. Throughout her life, Martha Nell was an organizer and an activist, in the best sense of both words. She used her strong voice to work for a better future for her family, community and the nation. She wrote countless letters to the editor, to members of Congress, to the president and to her family. She spoke fearlessly in any forum and always tried to convince people to do what was right. With courage, strength of will and mental clarity she tackled any problem. She made a lasting impact in her community and was the model of an engaged citizen. The oldest of five children, Martha Nell grew up in North Washington, near Apollo PA. As the big sister she learned to take charge and to look out for the little ones.Martha Nell and Earl raised their two sons, Tim and Mark, in Monroeville PA. She worked for the Borough of Monroeville and the Emergency Medical Services Institute (EMSI). She was instrumental in developing telemetry between EMS providers in southwest Pennsylvania. She was active in many community organizations including the League of Women Voters and the Human Relations Council, and she served as a Cub Scout Den Mother. In 1971 Martha Nell finished her college education, earning a B.A. in English Writing from the University of Pittsburgh.When Martha Nell and Earl retired and built a new life on an old farm in Jones Mills (Hinebaugh Hill), she wasted no time becoming active in her new community. She volunteered at her local elementary school and at Head Start. She led a Girl Scout troop and joined with Mountain Watershed to fight for clean water. She and Earl contributed both organization and original research to the local Historical Society. Martha Nell helped found a scholarship fund in honor of Dr. Eleanor Morris to help community minded young people realize their educational goals. She has remained the “heart and soul” of this initiative. Awards have helped many local students over the years.Martha Nell is survived by sons Mark (wife Margie) and Tim (wife Gayle), sisters Becky Hill and Helen Thornton and brother Harry Hill Jr. She was a beloved grandmother to Nicole Hinebaugh, James Hinebaugh (wife Zeynep), and Weston Lynch. She leaves four cherished great grandchildren and many close friends.A memorial service will be held at Hinebaugh Hill at a later date. The family welcomes contributions for the Eleanor G. Morris Community Service Scholarship, which should be made to: Mountain Laurel Community Support Organization at 101 Laurel Highlands Place, Donegal PA 15628, Attn. Deanna Richter.Martha Nell was always known as a “force of nature”. She finished her life as she lived it, with love and grit. She will be greatly missed and long remembered by all who knew her. Mark C. Brooks Funeral Home, Inc, 146 Municipal Building Rd., Melcroft, PA. (724-455-2310). To leave a message or send condolences please visit our website at www.brooksfhmelcroft.com

Martha Nell Hinebaugh

May 27, 1931 - July 25, 2024