Joseph Lawrence Drew, 57, of Derry, NH passed away on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026 in Beth Israel Hospital, Boston, MA. He was born in Boston, MA on April 25, 1968, to Ronald and Marie (Wightly) Drew.
Joe loved taking Sunday drives. He was always up for an adventure, off to visit a museum, or to play skeeball at Hampton Beach with the kids. He took pride in his family watching Brook and Steven grow into adults, then enjoyed being a grandfather. He adored his partner of 33 years Colleen, and was thankful for her love and support. He loved going to Sunday Mass, as well as his Native American heritage.
He is survived by his son, Steven Drew; daughter, Brook Lontine; his long-time partner, Colleen Cebula; brother, Ronald Drew; sisters, Suzanne Drew and Theresa Drew. As well as grandsons, Christian, Jeffrey and Alexander.
Calling hours will be held Monday, March 9, 2026 from 4:00pm to 6:00pm in the Peabody Funeral Homes & Crematorium, 15 Birch St., Derry, NH. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, March 10, 2026 at 10:00am in St Joseph’s Cathedral, 145 Lowell St, Manchester, NH 03104. Memorial contributions may be made to Steven Drew.