Although the Andy Griffth Show character never died, actor Don Knotts did, in 2006.
Jesse Donald "Don" Knotts was 81 years old when he died on February 24, 2006 (born July 21, 1924).
Beginning in 1988, Knotts appeared in several episodes of Griffith's show Matlock (seasons 3-6).
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No , sadly the late Don Knotts who played Bernard "Barney" Fife passed away February 24th , 2006 .
The late Don Knotts (July 21, 1924 - February 24, 2006) who played the role of Bernard "Barney" Fife died from lung cancer .
Barney Fife lived in Mayberry, North Carolina.
Barney signed his name Barney Fife MD but MD stands for Mayberry Deputy not DR.
on episode 2
on episode 85
I think it was 'Barney Fife's Talent, season 7, episode 19.