We appreciated her friendliness at Messenger Post Newspapers, and enjoyed meeting again at Parkinson's meetings.
The clematis she gave me is still blooming every year. Our condolences to her family.
Martha Jane (Bills) Hegeman
October 30, 1953 ~ September 23, 2020 (age 66)
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Martha Jane Hegeman
Martha passed away on September 23, 2020, with her family by her side, at age 66. She was born and grew up in Macedon, NY. Martha is survived by her husband of 46 years, Robert; children Brian (Kylie) Hegeman, and Erin (Bret) Hegeman; siblings Tom (Janet) Bills, Peg (Tom) Estrich, Carol (Lance) Warner, and Jack (Kim) Bills; 3 grandchildren, Quinn, Eli, and Annika, many aunts, an uncle, cousins, nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her father, Charles and her mother, Ann Bills, who passed away on September 17, 2020
She worked as an accountant for over 40 years, first at Chase Bank and most recently at The Daily Messenger. Martha enjoyed summer vacations spent camping with her family, from Maine to Virginia. Martha's hobbies included sewing, gardening, and baking, all of which she cherished sharing first with her children and then with her grandchildren. She was a constant model of kindness, generosity, selflessness, and patience, for which she'll always be remembered. After retiring, she hand-made several dozen fleece blankets for newborn children at Newark-Wayne Community Hospital and Catholic Charities.
In recent years, she found help from local Parkinson's support groups including LOUD Crowd and Rock Steady Boxing.
A woman of strong faith, she was a member of St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church in Newark, for over 40 years, having served as a Eucharistic Minister, and volunteered with numerous groups and for many events.
Family and friends may call at the Murphy Funeral & Cremation Chapels, 1040 State Route 31, Macedon, NY 14502, on Tuesday, September 29, 2020 from 3 to 7 PM. A Funeral Mass will be offered on Wednesday, September 30, 2020 at 10 AM at St Michael's Church, 401 South Main Street, Newark, NY 14513. Martha will be privately laid to rest in Macedon Center Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Hildebrandt Hospice Center -- https://www.lifetimecare.org/donate -- the Parkinson's Foundation -- https://www.parkinson.org/ -- or St. Michael's Church of Newark -- https://www.stmichaelsnewark.org/financial-giving/. To leave an online condolence, light a candle, or upload a photo please visit www.murphyfuneralservices.com.
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Hildebrandt Hospice Care Center
2652 Ridgeway Avenue, Rochester NY 14626
Tel: 1-585-436-3462
Web: http://www.lifetimecare.org
Parkinson's Foundation
Web: http://www.parkinson.org/
St. Michael's Roman Catholic Church
South Main Street, Newark NY 14513
Web: http://www.stmichaelsnewark.org/financial-giving/
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October 1, 2020 10:11 PM
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Elsie Race
September 30, 2020 11:27 AM
I work with Martha at Wolfe Publications and then we move to the Daily Messenger. She was a wonderful person and I really enjoyed working with her. May God be with you all at this time.
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Pam Packard
September 29, 2020 1:56 PM
So sorry for your loss.
Paul, Renate Dewa and family
September 28, 2020 9:50 PM
TROPICAL DISH GARDEN WITH FRESH FLOWERS was purchased for the family of Martha Jane Hegeman by Paul, Renate Dewa and family. Send Flowers
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Renate & Paul Dewa
September 28, 2020 9:47 PM
Martha always had a smile for everyone and was a wonderful warm person with a great sense of humor. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you Bob and family.
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Linda Koch
September 28, 2020 9:36 PM
Dear Tom, Peg, Carol, Jack, and all of your families. I am so sorry to hear about both Martha and your mom. Even though many years have passed since our families were together, you have all been in my thoughts and memories many times over the years. Many good times were had when the Bills and Koch families got together. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers. Take care. Linda Koch
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Lori Smith
September 28, 2020 9:24 PM
I am so sorry for your loss.
A candle was lit in remembrance
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Rita Wagner
September 28, 2020 9:02 PM
The best tribute I can give to Martha is to say that she was a very loving and supportive friend who was always there when I needed her. I will miss her dearly.
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Siv Ranko
September 28, 2020 4:06 PM
Many years ago Erin and Bret travelled from California to Richmond, VA to introduce their first child, Quinn. Ann, Martha, Bob came from Macedon and Newark, NY. After dinner Quinn was put to bed and parents went to visit friends. The calm did not last long.
Martha and I took turns carrying the screaming two months old around and around inside and outside. After miles of walking, we finally succeeded to calm Quinn down and fell asleep. So went our first meeting. It has stayed in my mind ever since.
Siv
Martha and I took turns carrying the screaming two months old around and around inside and outside. After miles of walking, we finally succeeded to calm Quinn down and fell asleep. So went our first meeting. It has stayed in my mind ever since.
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Elizabeth (Gerhart) Nicolette & Family
September 28, 2020 11:41 AM
A Memorial Tree was ordered in memory of Martha Jane Hegeman by Elizabeth (Gerhart) Nicolette & Family. Plant a Tree
U can remember her & only that she is gone
Or U can cherish her memory & let it live on
U can cry & close ur mind
B empty & turn ur back
Or U can do what she would want
smile, open ur eyes, love&go on
Elizabeth (Gerhart) Nicolette & Family
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Beth Kesel
September 28, 2020 10:19 AM
Martha will so be missed. I spent 15 years with her at the Messenger Post and can honestly say she was our sanity. We met every morning in my office for our "tea" chat. Heaven is a better place and we at the Daily Messenger will forever remember her wonderful, kind spirit.
James ,and Irene Van Laeken and family
September 27, 2020 7:54 PM
SWEET AND WARM REMEMBRANCE PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was purchased for the family of Martha Jane Hegeman by James ,and Irene Van Laeken and family. Send Flowers
Wishing you and your family strength and peace .
James ,and Irene Van Laeken and family
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Joan Wiedrick
September 27, 2020 4:46 PM
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Laura
September 27, 2020 12:13 PM
Heaven just got alot more fun but you sure will be missed. Yes Martha you were always the most loving, funny and generous amoung us. Love you....I will meet u and your mom by the "GATE" for a cocktail in a few...Ur Cous, Laura Jane
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Martha Toft Ebert
September 27, 2020 8:25 AM
Martha and I were classmates, class of 71. We were the 2 Martha’s! Please accept my sincere condolences for your loss.
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Merilee Fisk
September 26, 2020 5:02 PM
Janet, Bill, and Bob so sorry for your loss bye means also to the rest of your families...
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