Manfred Paul Drost

November 4, 1929 - August 2, 2016

MANFRED PAUL DROST Manfred Paul Drost, 86, of New Milford Township, PA entered into rest on August 2, 2016 at home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his loving wife of almost 60 years, Martha. Fred is also survived by two daughters, Diana Greer and Jenny Cooke and her fiance Robert Brown; three grandchildren, Christa Ryerson, Kelly Tranes and her husband Pete, and Casey Cooke. Fred also enjoyed three great grandchildren, Marty, Andy, and Benny Tranes. Fred grew up in Regensburg, Germany and survived World War II as a child. He dreamed of coming to America. Fred served in the US Army and then was active in the Reserves until 1962. Fred dearly loved his family and worked hard as a machinist to provide for them. His family adored him and will always remember his unique sense of humor and the hours he spent tending to his gardens. Fred was also fascinated by today's technology and couldn't wait for the newest thing to come out. He was loved by all. At his request, there will be no public calling hours or funeral. Contributions in his memory may be made to The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, The Greater New Jersey Chapter, 1719 Route 10, Suite 229, Parsippany, NJ 07054 or visit www.cff.org/newjersey.