Happy Birthday!

September 4, 2012

My father, Howard, was born on this day in 1919.

We’ll never stop thinking about you, Dad.

Happy Birthday!

David

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Judy Henderson September 4, 2012 at 2:32 pm

Happy Birthday to you, Mr. Morris! I still laugh every time I watch Ernest T.’s army physical.
Thank you for the laughter,
Judy

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gene ellis September 4, 2012 at 3:57 pm

Happy Birthday Ernest T. Bass, I smashed 3 Windows today in your honor. Happy Birthday Mr. Morris ! Thankyou for all the awesome memories and laughs you gave to me and my family yesterday and today. Signed Gene Ellis, Professional Rock Thrower

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Jerry Sexton September 4, 2012 at 3:57 pm

Happy birthday to your father. He was a great comedy actor. Loved him.

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Ethel Kent September 11, 2012 at 1:38 pm

I watched Ernest T. Bass this morning, in the show where he wants to get his diploma.
He fell in love with Miss Crump.
When he looked at her,after she smacked his hand with her ruler, I knew what he was going to say.I can hear him now,in his funny fast talking drawl…I love you and he was twitterpated, you truly made me feel like he loved her. Those days are gone now but I am so very THANKFUL THAT I CAN GO BACK TO THOSE DAYS OF THE ANDY GRIFFITH SHOW and Ernest T. always added a spark to it.
Thank you for making my days happy with all the laughter you gave me & my family.
E. Kent

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matt endicott September 17, 2012 at 10:30 am

she called me a creachter, he was the best happy b-day mr.morris

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Goober-Fife October 27, 2012 at 1:21 pm

David,
I purchased one your”GOT ROCKS” t-shirts to wear at Mayberry Days this year. I got alot of complements on it!
Thanks for doing that, those of us that got to meet “Howie” appreciate the “Honor” wearing it. ( The bright green one knida make a guy stand out in a crowd. It’s great for “Dancin”…as your Dad would say…
The end of my S-E-N-T-E-N-C-E…….Goober-Fife

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Andy December 13, 2012 at 6:05 pm

Loved Howard’s “Ernest” which had to be the inspiration for “Hey Vern’s” Ernest P. Worrell. TAGS reflects a simpler time when entertainment was family oriented and fun. I miss those days.

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gail anderson December 21, 2012 at 8:27 pm

didnt he throw bricks at people and get thrown in jail?

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John February 14, 2013 at 11:32 am

I’m so glad these shows are still showed on TV. The ETB episodes are my family’s favorites.

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Bob Wilkinson April 13, 2013 at 7:55 pm

My family loves your father. We watch the Mayberry episodes on tape for entertainment. I turned out ok watching it so I figure I’ll raise my kids one it as well.

I know you miss him like we all miss our dads, but your dad continues to entertain us and for that we are grateful!

Bob and family

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Eli May 18, 2013 at 11:50 pm

Howard Morris was a genius. Watching his talents on Andy is one thing, but he also did voices for many cartoons. To me he brought life to his characters!

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