Peggy L. Drop

Peggy L. Drop, of Herminie, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Aug. 12, 2025, surrounded by family. She was the daughter of the late William and Alice (Fligor) Martz. In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her loving husband, Ronald F. Drop, in 2024; her brothers, William Martz Jr., Allen Martz, Jerry Martz, and Richard Martz; and her sisters, Marilyn Smith, Esther Czekaj, and Cheryl Barr. Also, by her stepmother, Geraldine (Wissinger) Martz. Peggy is survived by her son, Ronald "Darren" (Judy) Drop of Rillton; her daughter, Lisa (Kevin Pope) Croes of McKeesport; brothers, James (Carol) Martz of Acme, Gary (LuAnn) Martz of Arizona, and Barry (Janet) Martz of Mount Pleasant; sister, Susan (Ralph) Yeskey of Mt. Pleasant; and three cherished grandchildren, Antonio Croes, Colin Drop, and Mario Croes. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews. Peggy was a 1955 graduate of Hurst High School. She enjoyed playing tennis for many years and had the rare gift of playing the piano by ear. She treasured her family, especially family reunions, and loved hosting and entertaining loved ones. For over 50 years, she delighted in traveling to Aruba. A talented and accomplished bridge player, she held a National Masters title and played with her friends twice a month. Friends will be received from 4 to 7 p.m., Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, at OTT FUNERAL HOME INC., 805 Pennsylvania Ave., Irwin, PA 15642. A funeral service will be held at 10 a.m., Friday, Aug. 15, 2025, in the funeral home, followed by burial at Irwin Union Cemetery, Irwin. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Peggy's name to the Children's Home of Pittsburgh. To leave an online condolence, please visit www.ottfuneralhome.com.