Rensselaer- Paul J. Fiacco, Sr, 56 entered eternal rest on July 24, 2016 at Albany Medical Center after a courageous battle with a long illness. He is survived by his loving wife of 29 years Kim Fiacco, son Paul Fiacco, Jr. (Cassandra), daughter Amber Fiacco son Nicholas Fiacco, two grandchildren Kaydence and Aiden. He is survived by his father Carmene A. Fiacco, brother Carmen Fiacco, brother Louis Fiacco and a sister Carolyn Fiacco. He was pre-deceased by his mother Caroline Wright Fiacco and Sister Mary Fiacco, He is also survived by several nieces and nephews. Paul enjoyed spending time with his family, loved to work on cars and was very creative with anything he did. He had a special passion for animals. Funeral services will be on Saturday July 30, 2016 at Lyons Funeral Home 1700 Washington Avenue Rensselaer at 11:00 AM. Calling hours are from 9-11 AM before the funeral service. Burial will follow the service at Thompson Lake Cemetery East Berne. In lieu of flowers donations would be greatly appreciated and can be made to: Noah's Kingdom Humane Society, PO Box 16173, Albany, NY 12205.