I think that was very much true. I either saw an interview with Andy Griffith or read an interview by him. For some reason she had it out for him! Very hard to get along with.
Still... Seems like every small town has an Aunt Bea. we have one in the small town where I teach.
Her character was great! One of my favourite episodes where she is highlighted is the one where she tries to save money by buying meat in bulk, but the old freezer ends up breaking and it's the middle of summer. She won't call the repair guy to come out and fix it. Andy keeps telling her: "Call the MAN!"
Snowstorm on the way. Here we go....