Among them, Harry Morgan, who played the compassionate Colonel Sherman T. Potter, passed away at 96 in 2011. His warmth and wisdom shone through the screen, making him a beloved father figure to the medical team. David Ogden Stiers, known for his brilliant portrayal of Major Charles Winchester, succumbed to bladder cancer at 75 in 2018, leaving behind a legacy of wit and complexity. Larry Linville, who brought Major Frank Burns to life, lost his battle with lung cancer in 2000 at 60, his comedic timing forever missed.