Today is a day for remembering our fathers and I wanted to do something a bit out of the ordinary. I wanted to pay tribute to some of those “other” dads that I grew up with and loved to watch on television. So, let’s talk a stroll back down memory lane and say “Happy Father’s Day” once more to those dads.
Andy Taylor – The Andy Griffith Show
Andy Taylor was a gentle, loving dad who always seemed to have the right words to guide Opie along the way. And, he was wise enough to only let Barney have one bullet for his gun.
Charles Ingalls – Little House On The Prairie
Charles Engalls was a dad who worked hard to give his children a home and a set of values that they could carry with them through life.
Bill Davis – Family Affair
Remember this dad? Bill Davis was the ultimate bachelor until three kids showed up at his door. Who still has their Mrs. Beasley doll?
Steve Keaton – Family Ties
Steve Keaton was hip, he was now and he was environmentally friendly! What’s not to love?
Tom Corbett – The Courtship Of Eddie’s Father
Tom Corbett had his hands full with his son Eddie, who was always trying to “set up” his dad with potential wives.
Ozzie Nelson – The Ozzie and Harriet Show
I loved Ozzie for his mellow, laid back approach to dealing with life and his two sons. And, if we were lucky, Ricki would sing a tune or two.
Now, it’s impossible to list all my favorite television dads, but I do know that I spent many delightful hours watching them and enjoying the way they interacted with their kids. So, to all the television “dads” out there, I salute you!
And, I want to wish all the real Dads out there a very Happy Father’s Day!
I sat with my eleven year old and watched little house on the prairie this morning. We are working our way through the box set. I had forgotten all about Family Affair, so am off to Google to get it on DVD as she would love it. Good different take on fathers day. Well done.
Thanks! Glad you liked it!
Awww a trip down memory lane. Love it!
There were so many others I could have added! Glad you liked it!
I would add Ward Cleaver of Leave it to Beaver. Today I find myself remembering my Grand Father as he was the father figure in my life that instilled positive traits and always gave me unconditional love. Happy fathers day to your SO. =)
Thanks my friend. I had his picture ready but the list was getting long..but you’re right! He epitomized the father we all would love to have.
So true, understanding and fair. But then aren’t most TV dads? =)
Yeah, too bad we can’t pick our families, huh?
Thanks for this great blog…how many great hours spent with these great dads! 🙂
There were so many, I couldn’t include them all or I would have spent all father’s day creating that post.
🙂 don’t I know it…you did a great job, loved your choices!
Thanks!
Love Andy as a dad and sheriff. Thanks for sharing, BTG