Paul was born and raised in Stillwater, New Jersey before moving to Newton. Prior to his retirement, Paul worked for the NJDOT Yellow Frame Maintenance Yard for 27 years.
Paul was predeceased by his grandmother Geraldine Straway who he loved very much, and his nephew Brian Predmore of Vernon, NJ.
Paul is survived by his parents William and Beverly Arnott of Swartswood, NJ; his 3 daughters, Desiree Ippolito of Newton, NJ with 2 granddaughters Kali Rose and Mikaila, and grandson Kayden; Jennifer Ippolito and grandson Anthony; Ashley Yanish and husband Alec of Wantage, NJ with 2 grandsons Beau and Stetson, and granddaughter Aspen; his sister Christa Predmore and husband Clinton of Vernon, NJ; and his niece Amanda Predmore.