10/13/2026
I know our normal Tuesday posts are fun, light-hearted and full of new arrivals but this is more important. We have lost a very dear friend and integral ReStore member, Linda Hinckley.
Linda had been with Cumberland County Habitat for Humanity for 26 years. For us at the ReStore, she was a momma bear. She helped start the ReStore. I loved hearing Linda tell stories of how the store has evolved, even her using a jackhammer when they were opening the store. Linda always surprised our team with goodies including Frosties. Me personally, I always asked Linda’s opinion on the store…what can I do better? Is this what Linda envisioned when she helped open this store? For me, I wanted to respect the time and effort she invested in the ReStore with her feedback. If you knew Linda, she always came in with a big smile and her hands full of something, whether Frosties, donations or items for our events including Handbag Bingo. I don’t even know what to say other than it’s such a huge loss for both ReStore and Cumberland County Habitat for Humanity. Thank you for all you have done for us Linda. - Jason, ReStore Director on behalf of our entire team.
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of our dear friend and longtime board member, Linda Hinckley.
Linda gave 26 years of her life to Cumberland County Habitat for Humanity. She served in many capacities to include board President, Vice President, Treasurer and most recently Board Secretary. But Linda’s most loved service was as a member of the Family Selection Committee, meeting and helping our economically challenged community members work toward homeownership. Whatever needed to be done, Linda put her heart and soul into it.
Linda's LOVE for Habitat was truly UNMATCHED. Her dedication, kindness, and love for helping others touched our Habitat family and the families we serve. She was more than a board member—she was our friend and a treasured part of our mission.
We are forever grateful for the time, love, and energy she gave so freely. Her impact will continue through the work she helped make possible, and she will live in our hearts forever.
Please keep Linda’s family and loved ones in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Rest in peace, Linda. Thank you for everything. You will be deeply missed and always remembered. ❤️