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Michael LaBella Obituary

Michael LaBella, Philadelphia, passed away on Tuesday, April 2, 2013 at Penn Hospice at Rittenhouse. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Janice (Manganiello) LaBella.

Born April 9, 1943 in Norristown to Mary (Brown) Harbaugh and the late Frank LaBella, he graudated from Connellsville Joint High School. He then went on to graduate from Atlantic Community College, where he obtained his nursing degree.

After receiving his degree, he acquired his bachelor of science as a surgical physician's assistant from Philadelphia School of Textiles & Science. He later went on to become a certified perioperative nurse.

He enlisted in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam era, serving as a physician's assistant. Following this, he was employed as a charge nurse for gynecology and gynecological oncology in the operating room at Temple University Hospital.

He was a member of the Association for Operating Room Nurses and a lifetime member of the NRA.

He was preceded in death by an infant brother.

In addition to his wife, he is survived by his daughters, Christina and Gianna LaBella, both of Philadelphia; and son, Michael, and his wife, Eileene Ferguson, Williamstown, N.J.

Funeral services have been entrusted to Graziano Funeral Home Inc., Pittston Township. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday at 10 a.m. in St. Joseph Marello Parish, William Street, Pittston. Friends may call 9 a.m. until time of Mass at the church. Interment will be held at the convenience of the family.

For further information or to express condolences to Michael's family, visit www.grazianofuneralhome.com.

Published by Times Leader on Apr. 5, 2013.
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I went to High School with Michael,just learned of his passing. My prayers to his family.

Vicki Furtney

July 2, 2015

I went to High School with Michael, I am so sorry for your families loss.

Vicki Furtney

July 2, 2015

Janice, Michael, and daughters,
I will keep you all in my prayers.
He will always live in our hearts, RIP Michael

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April 28, 2013

Dad
You will always be in my thoughts. As the days go by, the better it will get. I know that you are better and peaceful. Rest in peace dad. I will always love you.

Christina LaBella

April 26, 2013

Happy Birthday Michael. I hope you are celebrating in style and having a grand birthday celebration today! We were so sorry to see you go and struggle with our loss, but we are glad your pain and suffering has finally ended. Please watch over the girls for me, I need an extra pair of eyes now that they are headed to the teen years. We love and miss you more than you can know. It just isn't the same without you. I was honored to stand by your side until the very end my friend. Know that I will love you forever. Thanks for our two beautiful daughters. It has been quite a ride these past 20 years, always an adventure. I'm playing our song ... Barry White, You Are The First, My Last, My Everything and am smiling as I see you dancing around in your tux. Until we meet again ... may the peace of the Lord be with you always my friend. Love you beyond infinity and beyond.

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April 8, 2013

Dear Janice Christina and Gianna. Sorry for the loss of your husband and father Michael.

Kevin Chromey

April 8, 2013

Janice, Christina & Gianna,

We love you and are thinking of you all. Our deepest condolences.

Love you.

The Plante Family

April 8, 2013

Janice, I am so sorry to hear about Michael passing away. I know how difficult this is for you and your girls. I hope you know how much Michael loved you and admired you. He talked about you all of the time and always in a complimentary way. You were everything to him. He was so glad you were there for him and took care of him. He used to say that he didn't know what he would do without you. Take comfort in knowing he truly loved you and was so grateful for all you did for him. Thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Keep the good memories alive especially all of the fun we had at Temple. You both were an excellent OR team and I enjoyed working with you.

Jim S

April 7, 2013

Dear Janice, Christina and Gianna:
I was so sorry to hear about your husband/dad!! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Miss and love you.
Lois Bernstein

Lois Bernstein

April 6, 2013

Condolence

Rosemarie Virata

April 6, 2013

Dear LaBella Family, Please accept my deepest condolences at this sad, sad time.

Carmella Giancaterino

April 6, 2013

Dear Janice and family, Sending my deepest condolences to all of you during this time.

Christina Braun

April 5, 2013

Dear Janice,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.

Mo O

April 5, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Marsha Johnson

April 5, 2013

Dear Janice and family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort knowing his suffering is over and may you always be filled with joyous memories of Michael. My prayers go out to you, your daughters, and your family. Sending love and hugs to you, my friend.

Jill Niersbach

April 5, 2013

We will miss you so much with every single day that passes. We will always be here for Aunt Janice & The Girls, & take great comfort in knowing that you will be with them always & forever in our hearts.

Christine Manganiello

April 5, 2013

Janice,
I was saddened to hear of Michael's passing, yet comforted to know his suffering is over.
My thoughts and love are with you and your girls.

Judith Levy

April 5, 2013

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Sheila Ryman

April 5, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the girls. If there's anything I can do from afar, just let me know.

Marsha Kitchen

April 5, 2013

Janice,
I am so very sorry for your loss. Michael was a great guy. If there is anything at all that you and the girls need please do not hesitate to ask. I am here for you.

Millie Fleming

April 5, 2013

Our hearts and prayers are with you at this time. I am so sorry I cannot be there with you but I know you have lots of love surrounding you....

Maryann Brock

April 4, 2013

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