Key Takeaways
- Paul Yannarelli passed away at the untimely age of 20 on April 22, 2025.
- He was pursuing a Bachelor of Science degree at Baylor University.
Paul Yannarelli, a New Jersey native and student of Baylor University, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, April 22, 2025, at the untimely age of 20.
While the information regarding the cause of the untimely and sudden death of the New Jersey native Paul Yannarelli is not yet available, his passing has left a profound void in the lives of his family, friends, and loved ones.
People knew Paul Yannarelli for his kind, cheerful, and adventurous nature, and he was a good friend to many.
Likewise, the late Paul Yannarelli was pursuing a Bachelor of Science in health professions and related clinical sciences at Baylor University and was set to graduate in May 2027.
In addition to his studies, the late Paul Yannarelli was an emergency medical technician at Casino Pier and Breakwater Beach.
The whole Baylor University and New Jersey community are currently mourning the sudden and untimely loss of their beloved member and extending their heartfelt condolences to his family during this difficult phase.
While his parents and family have not shared any information about his passing, as they are currently grieving the loss of their beloved son, many of his friends and loved ones are paying tribute to the late Paul Yannarelli online.
One of his friends from Baylor University took to her Instagram story and wrote, “Words can’t describe the way you will be forever missed, Paul. A friend to everyone and the biggest heart you’ll ever come across.“
Another added:
“Paul, you were loved. Your time came too soon. please give jesus a hug for me you were on of my best friend. I’ll live everyday to the fullest for you.”
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Paul Yannarelli Passes Away, Leaving His Family In Deep Mourning
Born in March 2005 in New Jersey, Paul Yannarelli was the beloved son of father Albert Yannarelli Sr. and mother Erin Whitty Yannarelli.
Moreover, the late Paul Yannarelli was the first child of Erin and Albert, who often express their love and pride for their eldest son on social media.
His mother, Erin Whitty Yannarelli, took to her Instagram on March 2025 to wish her eldest child, Paul Yannarelli, a happy 20th birthday.
She shared several beautiful pictures of late Paul and wrote “Happy 20th Birthday 🎂 to my #1. We are so proud of the young man you have become ❤️keep reaching for the star and never give up!! We ❤️u to the🌙and back. Have a great birthday and another great year 🎂“
Talking about his parents, while very little information about his mother, Erin’s profession is available, his father, Albert Yannarelli, currently works as a Senior Program Manager of NJ Transit.
Furthermore, Paul’s father, Albert, has been working with NJ Transit for over 18 years.
Prior to that, he worked as the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey’s environment analyst and materials engineer.
Albert attended DePaul Catholic School and graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University with an Engineering degree in 1998.
In addition to his parents, left to cherish Paul Yannarelli’s life are his triplet siblings, sister Elizabeth, brothers James and Albert Jr., and the whole family.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- The late Paul Yannarelli was in a relationship with Kira Dietrich, a student-athlete and track star at Baylor University.
- His younger brother, Albert, is an exceptional baseball player currently playing for the PV Hornets.
- Paul graduated from PCTI, New Jersey in 2023.
