Lawrence (Larry) Novella, 61, entered into eternal life at Yale New Haven Hospital Smilow Cancer Center. A lifelong resident of Hamden, Lawrence was born to Michael Novella Sr. and Joan (Raccio) Novella. Upon graduating from high school, he began his employment with the State of Connecticut Department of Transportation. Lawrence loved his family and friends. Lawrence loved hanging around the farm with his friends and cousins while growing up, He loved fishing in the Mill River, vacationing in Florida and had a love for animals especially his canine nephew Justice. Lawrence was predeceased by his father Michael Novella Sr and Mother Joan (Raccio) Novella, He is survived by his son Joseph Rapuano Novella of East Haven, his sister Jodi Anne Novella of Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, brother Michael S. Novella Jr. and Danielle of North Branford. His niece Tehya Andria and nephew Michael III. His aunts Rosalie Depalma and Dolores Raccio and many beloved cousins. Friends may call Tuesday January 20th from 8:45 - 10:15 am in the Peter H. Torello & Son Funeral Home, 1022 Dixwell Ave., Hamden. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at 11 am in Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. In lieu of flowers the family requests that donations be made to the canine Justice Program which supports and pays for the care of active and retired police, military and service dogs. Send to Gardens Animal Hospital -4290 Northlake Blvd, Palm Beach Gardens, Florida. 33410. Or call 561-622-6300.