Paul was born in Brooklyn, NY on August 10th, 1962 to Joseph A. Catania and Marie Catania (née Scardapane) who predeceased him in 2020 and 2019, respectively. He is survived by his eldest brother, Joseph, and his twin brother, Peter. He is also survived by his two children, Nicole and Kyle, his daughter-in-law Sarah, and Hester Walcott, his chosen family for 30 years.
He was a proud graduate of the University of South Florida and Stetson University College of Law. He believed becoming an attorney was the best decision he ever made. For 34 years, he fought for individuals and families in the Tampa Bay area as a passionate and proud co-owner and attorney at Catania & Catania.
He loved his family fiercely. He was a friend to many with a kind and generous heart. He is deeply loved and greatly missed.