Paul Dianno

Family-approved image shows his cross-laden casket.

He was with the group for 1980's 'Iron Maiden' and 1981's 'Killers.'

During their show in Minneapolis, the heavy metal legends praised the late vocalist's "instrumental" and "groundbreaking" work.

"He will be missed by us all," Steve Harris of Iron Maiden said in a statement.

Current singer chats with the man he replaced in 1981 for the first time.

Former Judas Priest guitarist says “ugly” chapter was closed after conversation with Paul Di’Anno.

His style was crucial to their initial sound and style, but the singer's tenure wouldn't last long.