Bill Gerald Dickinson, age 79, a resident of Daphne, passed away, Thursday, July 20, 2017. He is preceded by his parents, Odus and Ruby Dickinson, and his sister, Ann Dickinson. “Coach D” was the original Athletic Director of Bayside Academy in Daphne. He is survived by his loving wife of 59 Years, Becky Dickinson of Daphne; son, Billy Gerald Dickinson, Jr. of Soux Falls, SD; brothers, Gene (Sharon) Dickinson of Hackleburg, AL, Bob (Connie) Dickinson of Cullman, AL; a host of other loving relatives and friends. A memorial service will be held Sunday, July 30, 2017 at 6:00 PM at Pilot Center at Bayside Campus in Daphne.Reception to follow services in the Pilot Center. ARRANGEMENTS BYWOLFE-BAYVIEWFUNERAL HOMES& CREMATORY, INC.27409 U. S. HIGHWAY 98DAPHNE, AL 36526(251)625-2900