Jim Nabors passed away at 87 and with him go fond memories of his show Gomer Pyle USMC which ran for five glorious seasons and always in the top ratings even to the last show! Amazing. As a family we would watch Sgt. Carter (Frank Sutton) berate Gomer (Nabors) on a weekly basis only to find Gomer would win the day through his sheer good natured soul. Who can forget his sayings, "Shazam", "Gollly", "Thank you thank you thank you"? Obviously influenced by the film hit No Time for Sergeants with Andy Griffith, It was Griffith's own hit show on CBS show that spawned the character of Gomer. A variety show followed briefly and Nabors was able to display his remarkable singing power which belied his mild southern voice. Good memories.
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