Martha (Mom) was the first to welcome me into the family when I met Rebekah. At the time, Bob Greenlaw had just passed into eternity and she was grieving her loss. But her hope in God’s providence, His goodness, and her deep abiding joy ministered to me as I was the one struggling to offer words of encouragement.  

After Rebekah and I were married, she suggested we call each other “mother in love” and “son in love” since that is what binds us as family. Over the years, she always showed interest in what we were doing. She was our greatest cheerleader, believing in us even when we struggled to believe in our abilities. But she also sharpened me, always speaking truth in love which made me respect her even more.

Mom had a way of making one feel like they were seen and loved. I watched her befriend strangers from all walks of life, making me shake my head and say, “how does she do that?”  She just cared about people and she cared about their souls, sharing her hope in Jesus’ victory over sin and death up until the day she died. 

She is sorely missed and has left a huge hole in our family. But my greatest comfort is knowing that her struggle and suffering are over. She was so ready to see Jesus and I’m so very happy for her now.

Dear Rebekah,

You and all of your family remain in our prayers throughout this season of change.  May each soul find their comfort in the presence of God through Jesus Christ our Lord .

☮️⚓️❤️
Sue & Mike

Our family was introduced to the Greenlaw family by Von and Bob Welch in the 80’s. They were wonderful friends- their hearts  for service, for evangelism, decipleship, hospitality and people was endearing We have many wonderful memories with them; and then with Martha and Doug after Bob went to heaven and Martha re- married. One memory is that Bob, Martha, Becky and Robert  gave us a week of their time as we prepared for the wedding of our daughter, Melody. They made the work so much fun! Even in her last years on earth, while she was restricted and in pain, Martha always sought to  speak of Jesus. I loved her and I will miss the phone conversations we had. What a sweet friend! She joins so many who have beat us to heaven. Her overwhelming desire was to be with Jesus. She now is there. I am happy for her, but sad that so many will miss her practical , straight talk that was tempered by her faith. Our family knows that loss. Love to her family. Julie McKim

Martha was my very best friend during her two years at Judson College in Marion, Alabama.  She was our excellent class president and much more.  We played field hockey together, danced in the Terpsicore dance group and attended everything we could, and dated guys from Marion Institute until her very special boyfriend, Bob Greenlaw, and later husband came to visit.  I will miss Martha but I know her reunion with Bob and other family members is quite the event!  May she rest in peace.

I believe the Lord said to her, “ Well done, good and faithful servant. Thou hast been faithful over a few things; I will make thee ruler over many things. Enter thou into the joy of thy lord.’ Matt 25:23.  She and Uncle Bob will forever be cherished in my heart and their legacy lives on in my life, the lives of my children, and grandchildren. They showed me who Christ is and how to love like Him.  She molded my understanding of what it means to be a mother and what marriage should look like and sound like.  Her tenderness always brought me peace and I always looked forward to visiting.  I will cherish our recent 3 hour phone conversation forever.  Rest in Peace.  Love, Angela Greenlaw

Bob and Martha were God’s gifts to a lot of people including my family. Memories flow back of Keith Gilmore Bible studies with Bob and Martha for multiple years. I envy Bob and Martha in going Home to Heaven where my wife, Wanda, will once again enjoy their presence while eternally worshiping our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

So grateful to have known her for so many years. We just visited on the phone a few months ago. Still the same sweet and kind friend. May you all rejoice in her reward of Heaven with her Lord and family and friends.

My sincerest condolences to the family. Was always always quite fond of her and your Dad. I had the honor of attending your Dad’s funeral. And I am fortunate to have talked to your Mom on the phone not that long ago. She radiated Christ…❤️

Condolences to the family ... take comfort in knowing that ... no doubt, Martha is dancing on streets of gold ... rejoicing with Jesus and so many others who've been waiting for her to join them. 
Rest in peace, Martha.

Martha Stine was eager to enter her eternal destination and her last hours on this earth were filled with an outpouring of love and care from her children and grandchildren. We, her siblings, mourn her departure and celebrate her new life simultaneously.

Her older brother,
      David McClintock

OBITUARY

Martha Greenlaw Stine

December 29, 1943 – October 12, 2026

American Heritage Funeral Home

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