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Legendary high school coach William ‘Buck’ Godfrey dies
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Kimberly Wright , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 2, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The death was confirmed by the individual's daughter and through a social media post from Southwest DeKalb.
A well-known figure in metro Atlanta 's high school sports scene has passed away. The death was confirmed by the individual's daughter and through a social media post from Southwest DeKalb. The deceased had a long and successful career as a head football coach.
His time in this role spanned nearly three decades, from the early 1980s to the mid-2010s. During this period, the team achieved significant success, including a state championship. Further details about the individual's life and accomplishments are available from local news sources, including recognition for his contributions to sports in the state.
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Category: schools ·
Published: August 2, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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