Drew Robert Paglia passed away unexpectedly on June 4, 2021, in Los Angeles, CA. He was 30 years old and the son of Barbara (Bonnie) Paglia of Whitman, MA, and the late Robert D. Paglia.
Drew grew up in Whitman, attended Whitman Public Schools, South Shore Vocational Technical High School and Massachusetts Bay Community College. He honed his skills as an automobile technician and service advisor and worked at several area dealerships, most recently Audi Brookline.
Drew loved his family, friends, the Boston sport teams and, of course, his beagles. As a young boy his dog, Snoopy, was his best friend and later, Snickers brought him great joy. Drew recently relocated to Los Angeles, CA and enjoyed the beautiful sunshine and connecting with friends on the west coast. With a passion for life, he enjoyed cars, traveling, music festivals and will be greatly missed by all who loved him.
In addition to his mother, he is survived by his loving friend, Lindsey Haskins, and a large extended family.
Visiting hours will be held at the Blanchard Funeral Chapel in Whitman from 9AM – 11AM on Friday, July 16, 2021, followed by a graveside service at St. James Cemetery, Harvard St. in Whitman.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Drew’s name to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – aspca.org.