John Paul Barnett Cannon Maker and Concussionist, Part 6

“Barney“ made cannons of all sizes that could be shot, for all kinds of customers. He also performed at over 100 concerts of “The 1812 Overture“ as the guest concussionist, firing 16 cannons at the exact places called for in the score. This footage was salvaged from VCR footage that was over 30 years old, thus the poor quality, sorry, best copy available. Birth: Jun. 5, 1934 South Bend St. Joseph County Indiana, USA Death: Oct. 25, 2010 South Bend St. Joseph County Indiana, USA J. Paul Barnett June 5, 1934 - Oct. 25, 2010 SOUTH BEND - J. Paul Barnett, 76, of South Bend, passed away at 2:58 a.m. Monday, October 25th, in Memorial Hospital after an extended illness. Mr. Barnett was born on June 5, 1934, in South Bend, and had resided in the area his lifetime. On September 4, 1976, in South Bend, he married Carol L. Best, who survives. Also surviving are two stepdaughters, Rebecca Ann Best of North Liberty and Patricia Lynne (Robert) DeMeyer of So