Moe was born on May 10, 1936 in Trenton, NJ.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrea and Maria LaBella; brothers, Leon and Chester; and sisters, Molly and Jean.
Moe is survived by his wife, Sandra; son, Mario; daughter-in-law, Kelly; brother-in-law, Dr. Gary Berman; grandson, Alexander LaBella; grandson, Zachary LaBella; grandson, Michael Mondello and fiancé Nicole Hodges with soon to be great-granddaughter, McKenna; grandson, CJ Mondello and fiancé Tricia Heath-Purcell with great-grandchildren Lincoln, Adriana, Brooklyn, and Isabella; granddaughter Samantha Burris and husband, Paul Burris with great-grandchildren Makayla, Paul Jr., Brianna, and Damian; grand-puppy, Macy Mae; and numerous loving nieces and nephews. He is also survived by many friends and associates made throughout his musical career.
Moe retired from Princeton Post Office and the 63rd Army Band. He was a trumpet player for over 70 years. He loved the 7cBach. Moe was an amazing singer, but he would disagree. The humblest musician, a lost trait in today’s music.
He was the truest lifelong Yankee fan, except when they were losing. Loved every team that beat the Red Sox.
His son Mario shares these thoughts, “I not only lost my Father I lost my hero, my best friend, and huge part of my heart. He taught me to treat others as I liked to be treated. He taught me to be myself and never to be anything I am not. The love that mom and pop have will never be matched and admired by everyone who met them. The wedding vows they spoke 55 years ago they lived every day”
His wife Sandra shares, “Speaking from My Heart, Moe was/is My Best Friend/Soulmate for over 50 plus years. Once again, Our Hearts Are Broken, but we know how much he endured since February. We were always by his side. He was a trooper and never complained. A wonderful quote someone passed onto me is “Do Not Cry Because I Passed But Smile That I Lived” You will always be In Our Hearts. Love You Sweetie…”
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