Martha Dropchinski

Martha Mueller Dropchinski (AKA Nanny), 97 of Manasquan passed away on Thursday, October 27, 2022, peacefully at home with her loving family by her side. Martha was one of 17 children. Born on July 22, 1925, and raised in Manasquan, Martha was a lifelong resident and known as the "Queen of Sea Girt Avenue". Family and friends were always gathered at her home where her garage door was always open. Martha was everyone's mother, grandmother, friend and confidante. She listened and loved selflessly without judgment. Martha lived a life of prayer and compassion. She was known for her love of singing, her favorite being "Jesus Loves Me". Martha touched the lives of every person who crossed paths with her. Her love and light will live on and shine through all those who were blessed to have known her. She adored her big family and all those who lovingly cared for her in the end.
Martha was predeceased by her parents George and Caroline Mueller, 13 siblings and her loving husband Thomas. She is survived by her children, Anne Waltsak of Manasquan, NJ, Thomas Dropchinski and his wife Pam of Oregon, Susan McGrath of Manasquan, NJ and Michael Dropchinski and his wife Kelly of Brielle, NJ. Martha was the cherished grandmother to Sarah, Melissa, TJ, Sherry, Kristin, Leah, Tiffany, Tarin, Stephen and Ryan. She was also the beloved Great Grandmother to 25 children and a Great-Great Grandson. She is also survived by her 2 sisters, Freda and Gretchen and her brother, Richard Mueller.
Family and friends are invited to attend an 11 am church service on Thursday, November 3, 2022, at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church, 6 Osborn Avenue, Manasquan, NJ. A burial service will be held at 11 am on Friday, November 4, 2022, at The Atlantic View Cemetery, 49 Forest Avenue, Manasquan, NJ. Arrangements are under the care of Orender Family Home for Funerals, Manasquan, NJ. To send condolences to the family please visit www.orenderfamilyhome.net