Bluegrass Legend Doug Dillard of The Dillards & The Darlings Dead at 75 « TopicSpotter

Born March 6, 1937 in Salem, Missouri, Doug Dillard, a celebrated bluegrass musician also known for playing one of The Darling boys on “The Andy Griffith Show,” passed away in Nashville on May 16, 2012, following a lengthy illness. Dillard’s death closely follows the death of fellow Mayberrian and Nashvillian, George Lindsey, best known as Goober Pyle, who died on May 6.

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The Dillards Doug Dillard of bluegrass, Mayberry fame dead at 75 (slideshow)

The Dillards Doug Dillard of bluegrass, Mayberry fame dead at 75 (slideshow)

 

Nashville has lost another Mayberry icon with the passing of Douglas Dillard on May 16, another talented entertainer associated with “The Andy Griffith Show.”The death of Dillard follows the death of George Lindsey, best known as Goober Pyle, on May 6.

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George Lindsey funeral service held in Nashville May 11

George Lindsey funeral service held in Nashville May 11

The family and friends of George Smith Lindsey, forever known and loved as “Goober Pyle” on “The Andy Griffith Show” and “Hee-Haw”gathered at Westminster Presbyterian Church in Nashville

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George Lindsey Tribute Page

Actor George Lindsey.

Beloved actor George Lindsey was born December 17, 1928 in Fairfield, Alabama. He grew up in the small town of Jasper, Alabama. He moved to Hollywood in 1962 and first appeared on “The Andy Griffith Show” in 1964.

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George “Goober” Lindsey – the Secret of Long Life – YouTube

George “Goober” Lindsey – the Secret of Long Life – YouTube.

Whitney Houston found dead at 48 on Grammy eve

Gospel and pop diva Whitney Houston was found dead at 48 on the eve of the Grammy Awards. Her publicist confirmed the multiple-award-winning singer died to the Associated Press. The cause of death is not yet known.

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Frank Potenza from ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Dead at 77

Jimmy Kimmel, Uncle Frank’s nephew

Frank Potenza from ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live!’ Dead at 77

Uncle Frank Potenza, the smiling, white-haired security guard best known as Uncle Frank on “Jimmy Kimmel Live!,” passed away early Tuesday of unknown causes. At 10:45 a.m. Jimmy Kimmel tweeted to his Twitter fans, “thank you for your kind words about a very kind man – my Uncle Frank – who passed away this morning.”

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Dan Peek of America and gospel music fame is dead at 60

 

Dan Peek of America and gospel music fame is dead at 60

 

Gospel artist Dan Peek, one of the co-founders of the soft-rock trio America, died in his sleep on July 24, 2011. The cause of death has not yet been determined, and news of his death were just released on Tuesday.

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Michael Jackson Died on this Date in 2009

A look back at the events surrounding Michael Jackson’s death in June of 2009

 

Profile: Michael Jackson King of Pop Dead at 50

 

Michael Jackson died two years ago today

 

Michael Jackson’s gospel music ties

 

The king of pop Michael Jackson died today at age 50. Known around the world for his music and his scandals, Jackson suffered a heart attack at his home in Los Angeles

 

Did Michael Jackson become a Christian right before he died?

 

Rumors are flying that pop superstar Michael Jackson became a Christian the day or week before he died on June 25.

 

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Did Michael Jackson Become a Christian Before His Death in 2009?

The rumors started circulating shortly after Michael Jackson passed away on June 25 – Michael Jackson had become a Christian right before he died. This is an overview of the life and death of pop star Michael Jackson.

‘Columbo’ Actor Peter Falk Passes Away at 83 — Profile of an Iconic TV Detective

‘Columbo’ Actor Peter Falk Passes Away at 83 — Profile of an Iconic TV Detective

A beloved American actor has died — Peter Falk, best known for his portrayal of Detective Columbo in the television movies series as well as the grandfather in “Princess Bride” has passed away from Alzheimer’s disease.

Also see: Country-gospel legend Glen Campbell fighting Alzheimer’s disease