Born in Barnsley, he was one of the most famous cricket umpires, and a well known personality who loved, and was proud of, South Yorkshire.
Here we take a look back at the life and times of one of cricket’s most beloved figures over the years including his early years, charity events and his many achievements.
9. Doctorate
Two of Barnsley's most famous sons, Dickie Bird and Sir Michael Parkinson, have been awarded Honorary Doctorates by the University of Huddersfield at their University Centre in Barnsley, on November 17, 2008 Photo: Steve Ellis
10. Final match
Cricket Umpire Dickie Bird walks through a Guard of Honour formed by Yorkshire and Warwickshire cricketers as he umpires his final match at Headingley on September 15, 1998. Photo John Giles.PA. Photo: PA
11. Clay model
Dickie Bird at the Barnsley College Honeywell site with the completed clay model of his statue ready for casting on March 13, 2008 Photo: Barry Richardson
12. Statue
Prince Charles chatting to former cricket umpire Dickie Bird by his statue with sculptor Graham Ibbotson on January 24, 2012 Photo: Chris Lawton