November 2026

With loving remembrance, his family announces the sudden passing of  Daniel J. Colella, 77, of Cobalt, CT, on November 5, 2026. Son of the late  Daniel and Marion Colella, Daniel was born and raised in New Britain.  While Daniel led a relatively quiet life, it was filled with love.  He loved  automobiles, driving, NASCAR, animals, and the women in his life.  He will  be remembered for his warmth, charm, easy smile, and great sense of  humor.  He is survived by his two sons, Marc D. (Tessa) Colella and Daniel J.  Colella, Jr. of Seattle, WA; his grandchildren, Alyssa (Isaac) Donnelson of  HI and Devon Colella of WA; two great-grandchildren, Josiah and Selah  Donnelson; his four sisters: Susan R. Colella of Portland, Cynthia C.  Anderson of New Britain, Dolores M. Larson of Harwinton, and Karen M.  Turbyne of Bradenton, FL; many nieces and nephews; his former loving  wife, Joyce Toce Colella of WA; and his brother-in-law, Frank Toce of WA.  Per his wishes, Daniel was cremated, and no formal visitation or services  were held.  A Memorial Mass and celebration of life will be held in the  spring.