2022 has been a heartbreaking year for fans of the Golden Age of cinema and television.

Unfortunately, another great TV sitcom star of the 1960s has recently passed away.

She passed peacefully in her sleep with her family present."

Maggie Peterson smiling

“It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Maggie Peterson Mancuso.

Maggie will forever be remembered by Mayberry Fans as Charlene Darling on ‘The Andy Griffith Show.’

She brought so much joy to her fans, and to our Mayberry Days Festival.

Maggie Peterson and Andy Griffith smiling

We will miss you Maggie.”

She will be deeply missed by fans of classic television shows.