Photo courtesy of Mobile Memorial Gardens Funeral Home
Mobile, Alabama
Oct 3, 1931 – Nov 9, 2012
William L. "Bill" Dickens – age 81, left this world and joined his Heavenly Father on Friday, November 9, 2012. Bill was born and raised in Thomaston, GA, the son of Franklin and Sara Dickens. He graduated from Robert E. Lee High School and went on to Emory University where he graduated with...
Read MoreI learned of Mr. Bill's death this weekend. The NRA lost a great supporter. Mr. Bill was a wonderful man. I will miss his gun show hugs. I hope you know that he was very proud of his family. Cherish your memories & your hugs. I will miss Mr. Bill but I am so glad I had the opportunity to know this veteran. He was a sweetheart.
Nan Strickland
January 21, 2013 | St. Stephens, AL
So very sorry to hear of Bill passing. I just found out of Bill's passing when I was trying to contact him in regard to the USMC publishing the records of the team he was on with my husband. He and Bill were good friends and we have stayed in touch yearly. Please contact me at [email protected]. I'm a long time friend who knew all of you when younger in Avondale. Bonnie Akins
Bonnie Akins
January 18, 2013 | Clarkesville, GA
Col. Dickens was a wise boss who became a great friend and financial advisor. I will miss you, friend.
Bill Sewell
November 13, 2012 | Remlap, AL
Colonel Dickens was a good friend and a great guy in general. We will miss him.
Bill Euler, Past President, Gulf Coast Gun Collectors Assn.
November 11, 2012