How Does Laverne Die in Scrubs?

During their sixth year at the hospital, Laverne was in a car accident and passed away. Laverne was portrayed by Aloma Wright and appeared in seven of the first eight seasons, only skipping Season Seven.

Why did they kill off Laverne in Scrubs?

TIL Laverne from Scrubs was only killed off because Bill Lawrence was under the impression that it would be the last season of the show. He promised her actor a role, and cast her as a near identical nurse named "Shirley".

Did Laverne actually die in Scrubs?

Carla, in the end, learns from Laverne's spirit that she must say goodbye to the people she cares for before she loses her chance, and says her own tearful goodbye to Laverne. As Carla walks out of the room and collapses in tears in Turk's arms, Laverne finally dies and her spirit passes away.