You're probably thinking of Goober Pyle, who ran the local service station. You might also be thinking of his cousin Gomer Pyle, probably better known from his own spinoff show Gomer Pyle, USMC.
Matlock is his surname, his full name is Ben Matlock.(Character played on Matlock by Andy Griffith)
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The fish was called, "Old Sam."
Because Andy Griffith was the name of the actor who played Andy Taylor, hence the show was named after the actor, not the character.
Andy Samuel Griffith
Jack Prince
Ernest T. Bass was the rock thrower who lived in a cave in Kelsey's Woods. The part was created and played by Howard Morris who also appeared as a TV repairman in the episode 'Andy and Helen Have Their Day" Morris also directed several of the episodes
Wally's filling station was the name of the gas station in the Andy Griffith Show.
Matlock is his surname, his full name is Ben Matlock.(Character played on Matlock by Andy Griffith)
Andrew Jackson is the main character on the Andy Griffith show. Aunt Bee is the live in housekeeper and surrogate grandmother to Opie, Andy's son.
Ben Matlock is a fictional character from the television series "Matlock," portrayed by actor Andy Griffith. The character is a savvy defense attorney known for his courtroom skills and folksy charm. Andy Griffith's portrayal made Matlock an iconic figure in legal drama television.
The role of Emmett Clark on the Andy Griffith Show was played by Paul Hartman. Born March 1st, 1904. Died October 2nd, 1973.
Floyd Lawson was the name of the character. He was played by two different actors (whose names escape me). On the show, Floyd's nephew, Warren, became Andy's deputy after Barney left.
Denver Pyle played Brisco Darlin on Andy Griffith show
Andy Griffith was the star of the Andy Griffith show with the character name Andy Taylor. Other cast members included Ron (Ronny) Howard as Opie Taylor; Don Knotts as Deputy Barney Fife; Frances Bavier as Beatrice (Aunt "Bea") Taylor; and later Jim Nabors as Gomer Pyle.