Obituary of Paul Arruda

Paul Louis Arruda was born on July 3rd, 1964 and passed away much too soon, on February 15th, 2021.

He was the collector of family history and memories.

He was the favorite son of Millie Arruda Scarpace.

Paul lived most of his life in Manchester, attending St. James Elementary School and East Catholic High School.

He was an avid collector of everything…from found objects to family and historical memorabilia, baseball cards, vintage toys and vintage vinyl.  He used these things to create the very original gifts he made for all his family. His artistic legacy will be a joy to us forever.

He leaves his son, Sam, a series of treasure boxes from each year of his life.

Paul was happiest exploring the beaches of Cape Cod finding peace and solitude, but, the joy of his life was his son, Sam. Watching Sam and his friends play basketball or baseball was the highlight of his week.

For the past few months Paul was helping to care for his mom, only to predecease her by one week.

Paul leaves his son Sam Arruda.
His sister, Linda Arruda Wilkinson, her husband Don of Glastonbury Ct and his nieces Danielle Bertolini and Lindsay Dickson of Charleston, SC.
His sister, Susan Arruda Riddell, her husband Frazier and nephew Evan of Canton, MS.
His sister, Anne Arruda Ansaldi and her partner, Bob Garneau of Manchester, CT.
His sister, Joann Arruda and her partner Tim Wielgus of Catskill, NY.

He also leaves his former wife and dear friend, Carlyn Petricca Arruda and his best friend of 31 years, Lynda Wells Majewski and her son Andrew Goulet, his Godson.

He was also predeceased by his father Louis Arruda and brothers-in-law Steven Dickson and Andrew Ansaldi Jr.

Private services will be Thursday, March 4th, 2021 at South United Methodist Church at 2:00 pm.

Donations may be made in Paul’s name to South Methodist Outreach Program.
1226 Main St, Manchester, Ct. 06040

For online condolences please visit www.tierneyfuneralhome.com.