Gary G. La Bella, age 61, passed away at Stamford Hospital from coronary artery disease. Gary married the love of his life 21 years ago, Karen Ann (Nowinski) La Bella and immediately became "Daddy" to Victoria Rose Latawiec at 9 years old.
Gary was a proud resident of Stamford, CT. He worked locally in heating and air conditioning and coached boys little league. He loved being Uncle Gary to Taylor and Andrew. He was known as "Uncle G" to Kathryn and Kristen. You could always count on "Uncle G" for an hour long conversation that always ended in "I love you."
Gary's battle with juvenile diabetes was extensive. Together, Gary and Karen fought tirelessly to extend his life for over two decades so that they could raise Victoria, and enjoy simple pleasures of family holidays, shopping, dinner, Dunkin' Donuts coffee and a weekly visit from Deacon Ernie Jeffers. The highlight of this summer was a family trip to Notre Dame Maryland University, where Victoria earned her BSN, RN. Gary was so proud!
Gary will be deeply missed by his dedicated wife Karen, daughter
Victoria Rose, mother Anna La Bella, sister Kimberly Zapata (Mauricio), sister-in-law Michele Gioia (Philip), niece Jaime Laufer, brother Edward La Bella (Lisa) and their children Debbie, Lisa, Michael and Christopher.
We are certain that Gary's soul ascended into heaven and was greeted by God, his sister Toni Anne whom he loved so much, father Edward, nephew Matthew and his in-laws "Ma" Rose and Clement Nowinski.
Gary and his family are grateful for the doctors and nurses at Stamford Hospital, especially Dr. Thomas Nero who lovingly cared for him.
Cremation will be private. All are welcome to attend a funeral Mass at Saint Bridget of Ireland Church at 11:00 AM on Saturday, October 1, 2022.
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