Vincent “Vinny” Samuel Pagliaro

Vincent “Vinny” Samuel Pagliaro, 54, of Goleta, California passed away on Saturday, April 6th 2024 surrounded by his family and close friends.

Vince was born Saturday, November 23, 1968 to Bernice & Christopher Pagliaro.

Vince was a Goleta local most of his life. Growing up in Goleta, he enjoyed Boys and Girls Club sports, surfing at Haskells, spending time with neighborhood friends, creating memories with his brother, Gino and playing football.  He graduated from Dos Pueblos High School and studied at California State University, Sacramento. Upon returning to Santa Barbara after College, he worked at Harry’s Cafe. He then moved to Madera, CA opening a Bar by the name of Vinny’s. He returned to Goleta to raise his daughter and be with family. He spent the past 9 years dedicated to his friend’s painting company and the many clients they served.

His love of sports took him to Europe, where he coached American football in Spain.

Vince loved traveling extensively, his favorite country of course being Italy where his family is from.  Vince enjoyed spending time with extended family, creating long lasting bonds.  Many years in a row, as a young adult, they took fishing trips to Alaska and Montana.  Vince valued this time together and visited friends and family as often as possible, even traveling throughout California, New York and Ohio during holidays and celebrations to maintain strong family connections.

Vince’s greatest accomplishment and joy came from being a father to his incredible daughter Abby. You could often find him wherever she was, supporting and cheering her on, particularly in the spring at the softball fields!

Vince is survived by his daughter Abby, his parents Chris & Bernice Pagliaro, brother Gino, Sister-in-law Wenda, their children Christopher and Angelia, many Uncles, Aunts, Cousins, and of course his best friend Rob Abraham.

Vince knew no strangers. His love knew no bounds for his family and friends. His loud boisterous laugh will be forever missed.

A Celebration of Life will be held:
Saturday, September 7th 2024
At The Rancho Embarcadero Community Center
224 Vereda Leyenda Goleta, CA 93117
12-5pm
BBQ, Music & Memories
BYOB ,Side dishes or desserts are welcome

In lieu of flowers we ask to honor Vince’s memory by contributing to secure his daughters future https://gofund.me/4062f1ef