Howard Morris Obituary

Fernando Cepeda

He was what made "The Andy Griffith Show" worth watching. Too bad he wasn't in more episodes. He truly was a funny man!

Donna Kind

Howard Morris Is A Funny Guy On The Andy Griffith Show He Is Sooooooooooooooooo Funny On The Show And He Makes Me Laugh Alot

I love him in Mel Brook's "High Anxiety" and of course as Ernest T Bass! Rest in Peace sir, thank you for the joy.

michael cantrell

I like him the best

Patricia Neal

Loved the character of Ernest T. Bass. Will never forget how much we always enjoyed watching Ernest. Thinking of Howard in Heaven and praying for his family.

He was a beautiful person, funny on the Andy Gifffin show,He will be the best of ever, My prayer's and love goes out to family, just a wonderful man, he will be in are heart's for ever,

Nadezhda Wall-Rossi

I remember Howard Morris' hilarious impersonation of Elvis Presley on the old Steve Allen show. He was wonderful as Ernest T. Bass and we enjoyed his appearances on the Twilight Zone immensely. He was such a versatile actor, classically trained. He could do it all.

steven pegram

I loved earnest to bass. Howard Morris

Connie Sutherland

I loved every episode featuring Ernest T. Bass ... even as teenager, I was so impressed that this obviously intelligent and talented man was able to become -- so believably! -- the "mountain man." "It's me, it's me ... Ernest T.!" I LOVED seeing him transform himself for The Andy Griffith Show. He was amazing, and I still seek out the reruns on ME TV. Great show, yes, and Howard Morris was, in my opinion, a gleaming highlight.

I'm a fan. :-)

Connie Sutherland

Tabatha Taylor

I Loved Earnest T Bass he played such a good character on andy Griffith show. Sending prayers to the family.

Betty Shields

James Savage

He was a must see actor that I still watch on the re-runs! He was the best!

Sharon Whittemore

Thanks for the laughs

Paul Price

I have watched him so many times he was so funny RIP EARNEST BASS

Earnest t bass was Mayberry

Scott Haymes

What a thrill to be able to give tribute to this legend. I want him and his family to know that his presence affected so many in such a positive way. Its a rare thing to enjoy a unique personality and Mr Morris was the embodiment of this force. God be with you good man.

Dorothy Leftenant

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Tressa Slater

Howard Morris was a funny character on the And Griffith show. He made us all laugh with his wittiness, rock throwing window smashing crazy antics. Rest in Peace "AKA" Ernest T. Bass! Your memory will live on!

Condolences to the family,friends,&fans

Tamara Bragg

I have watched Andy Griffith over and over..... and the Ernest T Bass episodes are my favorites. What a Blessing to be able to make people laugh till their belly hurts! Laughter truly is the best medicine, and Howard Morris knew it!

Tamara Bragg

Judy Lee

Watching an episode of Andy Griffin called Mountain Wedding & laughing hysterically at Howard Morris portrayal of Ernest T Bass...... great actor, may he continue to rest in peace

Lynda Russell

Thank you for making us laugh, we will always laugh when we watch you, we just love you and always will, condolences to your family, Love and Prayers for your family....

Eydie Romano

Thanks for all the laughs! The character you portrayed will live forever making your footprint a forever loved one.

you are the greatest

Robin Moman

Although, "The Andy Griffith Show" aired before I was born, I still watch all the old episodes with great joy. I appreciate the sensitivity, humanity and life you gave to good ole Ernest T. Bass. You made him a real down to earth human being. I learned from good ole Earnest how important it is for all of us to simply be who we are and not feel inferior to those who look down on us through their noses. All Earnest wanted was to love, be loved and be treated with simple humanity. I, also, adored you in Mel Brooks' "History Of The World Part 1". You will always be remembered as a true on screen master who gave incredible life, realism, humanity and comedic genius to all the characters you've portrayed. Future generations will come to love and follow good ole Earnest T. Bass as he leads them to your more serious character portrayals. You, too, are another on screen great who'll be emulated by future actors. RIP, my friend, Howard "Earnest T. Bass" Morris. Love Always.

Ellane Morgan

Great actor!

Steve Martin

Love the show , still watch it all the time , He made me laugh so much , I actually watch the show most nights at bed time , it puts me to sleep in a peaceful way , sorry to his family for your loss , think he is in Heaven throwing rocks lol !

Linda Underwood

I dearly loved him! He played the part earnest t. Bass so we'll. Will be sadly missed.

Gail Smith

Praying for family I've always loved watching him on Andy Griffith show

Samantha Kislek

I loved Ernest T. Bass on Andy Griffith. He will most definitely be missed.

M S

Ernest T Bass is why I watched Andy Griffith. Such a funny loved Character and can't imagine anyone else playing that role. Glad he lived a long life but still sad for his family's loss. Prayers for his loved ones.

Eric Gambrell

Love your accent on the show

Nancy LYNN

It's me, it's me, It's Earnest T.
Fondly remembered. ❤

GlorIa Jenkins

It's
me it's it's me it's ernest God bless you

Latonya Toni Watkins

He was the best my favorite made me laugh awesome actor I still laugh at his character RIP peace to you always

James and tina Monholland

We grew up on ernest t bass .and we broke a few of windows to lol

maureen hill

loved him

Sharon Whittemore

Rest in Peace my favorite hillbilly.

Margaret Tackett

Ron Krikorian

Mr morris you were the best in all the shows of andy griffith. The whole cast was phenominal. I wish i could go back to the 60's. I was thin, handsome, and i wasnt battling cancer. God bless!!

Mary Williams

In these troubled times, it is so important to focus on the good things in life that make us happy. Howie Morris made me happy from Your Show of Shows to the Andy Griffith Show . He will continue to entertain the generations to come.

Fred Cast Anita

Mr. Mr. Morris I couldn't wait to watch the the episodes of you as Ernest T bass you made me laugh so much and I got agree with Barney you we're at nut

Leola Chatman

The funniest man i ever watch rip earnest u gave joy to many who watched u n barney

Nadezhda Wall-Rossi

Your Ernest T. Bass will live on forever. Your take on Elvis Presley was the funniest we've ever seen. Thank you for the many hours of smiles and laughs you've given us.

John Lawson Sr.

Mr. Morris. I sure enjoyed watching you on The Andy Griffith Show. You are a true treasure to watch. R. I. P. Sir!

Angela Baldwin

I so loved you as Earnest T Bass rip

Cindy Gaona

I loved the episode when you were trying to get into the army..so funny and like another person mentioned..watching you and the whole Mayberry cast made me forget my problems for awhile..best show yet..wish was like that today..rip friend.

Sandra Brown

I so enjoyed you on "The Andy Griffith Show". You and your bag of rocks...hilarious! R.I.P., Sir.

Daryl Worrell

Howard you made all of us laugh on Andy Griffith show RSP.

K Morris

Howard Morris you were the most talented man. Acting and directing and the multiple voices you are one of a kind. I am watching an Andy Griffith marathon on 2 Sundance channels. That was a great show with good values and good people. The world should be more like that show. I wonder what your real voice was like. What a full life that was blessed. I wish you had written a book. See you in the next life Ernest T.

William Bennett

He was great on the show and will be sadly missed.

Nicole R

RIP

Charity McCutcheon

The best person that could have ever played Ernest T. Bass. You were one of TVs greatest actors. RIP

I fell in love with Ernest T Bass when I first saw him years ago. You're still in my heart, always.....

Victoria Taylor

I loved watching your performances on The Andy Griffith Show. When I watched you act it made me forget my own troubles for a while. So thanks for the memories and may you rest in peace.

Frankie Van Creef

Love is never lost or misplaced. Just as talent is not wasted, no matter how small the stage or audience, on those blessed with that indescribable urge to help people laugh and see humankind in a way that would not be witnessed, but for people like you Howard. Thank you for sharing your treasures.

Gary Scheer

I've always enjoyed your bit parts in tv and movies. Thank you.

Alberta Brown

Loved watching ur character Ernest T Bass on the Andy Griffith Show

Nazarene Mckinney

Ernest T Bass knew how to throw rocks and solicit howls of laughter. Thanks for the memories! May your loved ones have peace. The fans will always remember you! Jesus has promised a resurrection to life upon a paradise earth soon and death will be no more.

N. Allan Childers

You were one great actor you brought such joy for many people youll be with us f. Forever and one day we shall see you again

Bill Truett

You continue to make me smile after all these years. It truly must have been wonderful working with so many other talented individuals.
All of you will likely continue bringing happiness to many for years and years to come. May you rest in the Peace of God's presence. Thank you Howard.

George Miller

Miss you one of the funniest actors ever

Angelo Gonzalez

I'll always be watchin the Andy Griffith shows. Gives me peace . Truly the Best of the Best shows of all time.. R.I.P. Your family must be very proud. I Thank you..

Lisa Konermann

I miss this man on Andy Griffith I loved him so much! But he always put a smile on my face!

Allan White

Rest In Peace Howard Morris I will miss you I enjoyed watching you on television and all the voices you did in cartoons. I worked for United Artists.

Lisa Garcia

U will be greatly missed REST IN PEACE

Larry Harmon

Ask me no questions i tell you no lies thanks for the laughs Mr Morris R.I.P

Mary Ball

Anthony Herbin

I was just sitting around thinking about who was still alive from the Andy Griffith show. I was sorry to see that mr Morris/ Ernest T Bass had passed. He was a good actor. May he R.I.P. will be missed.

Rhonda Cozart

Howard Morris , thank you for giving us Ernest T Bass!! I always laugh whenever an episode comes on with you in it. Great actor and director. Rest in peace.

PATRICIA GASTON

Thought of him this morning ....i wonder was he decease ... So i google it.. He will be miss for his work n his character on Andy Griffin as Ernest t Bass..RIP

Rob Beckam

:) Thank You Mr. Howard Morris Sir; I enjoyed your, Scrip's, (writing), Acting, Comedy, Directing, Wisdom, Much Laugher & Seeing ur Face on TV... Hollywood Could Surely use More People like You... You were so Uplifting... <3 Thank You Mr. Morris... I Salute You... Sincerely; Rob Beckham... Kissimmee, Fla... :)

Harry Simpson

Thank you for sharing a part of your life with us.

Rest Howard, until you hear at dawn,
the low, clear reveille of God.

Thank you for your service to this nation.

Kevin Walton

I was sorry to learn of Mr. Morris' passing. He was a wonderful character actor. It is memories like his portrayal of Ernest T. Bass that make my childhood such a wonderful time to remember. Hollywood could use more quality people like Mr. Morris. May he rest in eternal peace with the Lord.

LOVED TO WATCH HIM IN HIS CHARACTER EARNEST T. BASS. I ALSO HAD THE PLEASURE OF MEETING HOWARD AT A MAYBERRY REUNION IN CHARLOTTE NORTH CAROLINA. THANKS SO MUCH FOR SOME REALLY GREAT MEMORIES HOWARD.

WITH LOVE FROM MUSCLE SHALS ALABAMA,

KEITH LANDERS

Bridgett Coleman

Enjoyed him on the Grrifth show
He made me laugh and was a great actor just watched him tonight

Bribgett Coleman

Enjoyed him on the Grrifth show
He made me laugh and was a great actor just watched him tonight

L. Silva

I liked Ernest t.Bass, he was a funny guy, you could have a few good laughs! Read in peace! ERNIE

Lynnm Silva

He was the funniest cast member of all. Will kiss the good laughs!

A funny and intelligent man. He will be missed. I love reruns of Andy Griffith.
-Judy c Woodruff sc

A very interesting character and colourful personality. He is a natural, unique and very talented in his ability to perform very funny and ridiculous kinds of behaviors. Kinda love the guy.

Lee Summers

One or the funniest character on the show gonna miss you just keep on throwing rocks in heaven rip

wanda odonnell

Will be misshe was the funniest guy i ever seen he was awsome .R.I.P.

charles thornton

Never be another.gone but never forgotton...

Glendora Davis

His talent will be missed i loved that guy. His role Andy and Mayberry Show.
One of a kind.

Mary Irvin

What year did Mr. Morris die in he was a good and funny after on Andy Griffin I really loved watching him

Patricia Poet

I've loved Howie Morris from Sid Caesar shows forward. Guess I was 4 or 5 then but knew that this man was incredibly funny. From then to this day, I'm delighted to find work by Mr. Morris. I giggle just thinking of him. He must have been a delight to be around, so childlike. I adore him. My heart goes out to his family and friends, who I'm sure miss him still, but the laughter in Heaven is louder still with Howard Morris there. We'll all see each other again in the twinkling of an eye.

Rachel Thomas

Mr Morris you were one of a kind. I love you

Jack Alexander

You made the greatest television show in history even better. Living in a rural\small town setting all of my life I have known some Ernest T's. The character is unforgettable. You nailed it Mr. Morris.

Jack Alexander
Mount Eden Ky

Connie Douglas

I love Howard Morris - he was a great actor. This man is a genius and so funny. I love to watch him dance and to add by stomping his feet. I will forever love him as Ernst T. Bass. God Bless Mr. Howard Morris !!!!

Valerie Jackson

I always enjoyed Mr. Morris' appearance as the TV repairman who, with adorable Barney, interrupted yet another picnic for Andy and Helen. I recently received a birthday card to "Mrs. Wiley." God bless, Mr. Morris. You were one of a kind!!!

mary stanley

rest in peace howard morris

cindy medley

i liked when you say it,s me it,s me it,s earnest t bass rest in peacce

it,s me it,s me its earnest t bass rip let god be with you and andy too

Terecia Hunter

Earnest T Bass you were the best. Will miss you.

KATHY AND BUDDY BARNETT

HOW DO YOU DO MRS. WILEY-WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT EPISODE WHEN ANDY AND BARNEY WERE TRYING TO EDUCATE ERNEST T. BASS AND TEACH HIM MANNERS. GOOD OLE ERNEST T. BASS LOVED TO THROW BRICKS. WE LOVE YOU ERNEST T. BASS.

Sonny Berryman

EARNEST T. BASS THREW A BRICK AT MY

PINK TOILET!!

LESLEY PARTAIN

MY SLIP IS SHOWING!!