March 26, 2025, 71, Mount Olive —

Paul Edward Arnette passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025, at the age of 71.  He was a lifelong resident of Mount Olive and surrounding areas.

Mr. Arnette had been employed at Duplin Farm Supply and Murphy’s Mill, both at Calypso and with Jenkins Gas Company.  Paul had enjoyed a long membership with Beautancus Saddle Club.  He loved horses, the outdoors, especially fishing, and being with friends and loved ones.

He is survived by his children, Dexter Arnette of Mount Olive, Betty Anderson of Hampstead, and Rebecca Brock with husband, Konner, of Mount Olive; a brother, Willie Ray Arnette and wife, Joyce, of Sneads Ferry; grandchildren, Scarlett Blaze Murphy with husband, Justin, Candace Lynn Arnette, Kaitlyn Abigail Arnette, Alona Summer Arnette, Ashley Arnette, Brandi Anderson, Timothy Anderson, Janey Kate Brock, and Josie Brock; great-grandchildren, Kayden Murphy, MaKayla Murphy, Josiah Arnette, Journee Arnette, Emrys Arnette, Anna Villalon, Emilia Villalon, and Rimi Villalon; and two nieces, Kimberly Bradshaw and Stephanie Hardin. He is also survived by a great-nephew, Courtland Bradshaw.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Janet Arnette; his parents, Lannie Edward Arnette, and Flora Lee Dail Arnette Jones; and an infant brother, Dexter Arnette.

A gathering at which to remember Mr. Paul Arnette’s life will be Sunday, March 30, at 2:00 p.m. by the graveside at the Pate Cemetery.  The family will greet neighbors and friends at the cemetery after the service.