Matthew James Novak, 57, of Philadelphia, PA died on September 16, 2021 with his family by his side. Matt had a passion for animals and spent his free time volunteering at a local animal shelter. Matt was involved in the community by devoting many hours with The Sisters Of The Blessed Sacrament. He also enjoyed visiting historical sites with family and friends. Before his wife’s death, he enjoyed traveling with her by his side. He was known to love the mountains. He was preceded in death by his wife, Paula and his mother and father, Joseph and Irene (Drizga) Novak. He is survived by his siblings; Joseph Novak, Stephen Novak (separated from wife Carla Stern), Irene Adams (Christopher Adams), six nieces and nephews; Katrina Jarrell (Marc Jarrell), Anastasia Adams, Christopher Adams, Ana Novak, Simeon Novak, and Maria (Mimi) Novak, and great niece Juliette Jarrell. Family and friends are invited to his memorial service at Galzerano Funeral Home, 9304 Old Bustleton Avenue Phila PA 19115, on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 23, 2021 from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Montgomery County ASPCA