Paolo Luka LaBella peacefully passed away on Saturday, January 24, 2015, in the arms of his mother and step-father. Luka touched so many lives in his short time on earth. His smile would melt your heart and his laughter would make you cry with pure joy. His strength exceeded that of a hundred men and no matter his pain he always managed to give a smile. Luka will be forever in the hearts and minds of his family, friends, nurses, doctors, therapists and teachers.

Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Thursday, January 29, at Church of the Annunciation, 701 N. Jefferson, Kearney, MO 64060. The Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Friday, January 30, at the Church, with entombment following at Resurrection Mausoleum, Kansas City North. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to the family in care of Passantino Bros. Funeral Home.

Condolences may be offered at www.passantinobros.com.