Barney Hulse
February 28,1952 - September 8, 2018
Pacific Grove
The Monterey Peninsula has lost an extraordinary musician and a gentleman. Barney Hulse of Pacific Grove died unexpectedly of natural causes at his home on Saturday September 8th. Born and raised in Marion, Ohio, he attended Harding High School in Marion and Capital University in Columbus, OH. It was our good fortune that Barney moved to California in 1972 and settled in Pacific Grove. Well loved and respected by all the lives he touched, Barney taught in the music departments at Monterey Peninsula College and Santa Catalina School and was a music minister at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church and Santa Catalina School for over 35 years. He played for more than 200 musicals in various venues including MPC, Ariel Theatrical, Santa Catalina, Wharf Theatre and Carl Cherry Center and performed in shows around the country and in Europe.
Barney had a brilliant mind, a sharp wit, a tender heart, and was always ready for an adventure. He found a passion for ballroom dancing in the last year of his life which brought him great joy. He was preceded in death by his wife, the love of his life Renata Yundt. He leaves behind his brother Lanney Hulse (Barbara) of Marion, OH and a multitude of friends and admirers.
A Memorial Mass will be held at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 9 El Caminito, Carmel Valley at 11AM on Saturday September 29th. Memorial donations may be made to the Barney Hulse Scholarship Fund and sent to Fiscal Services, Monterey Peninsula College, 980 Fremont, Monterey, CA 93940.

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Published by Monterey Herald Obits on Sep. 23, 2018.

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October 10, 2018

RIP, Barney. As it is, here is a link to the cast list when he directed Pippin at MPC back in the day. I hope you folks can link to it:

http://www.mpctheatreco.com/shows/Pippin_1983/Pippin.PDF

Frank B

October 9, 2018

Damn. I knew Barney from circa '84 or so when he asked if I'd be part of his production of Pippin. It remains one of the highlights of my life to this day. RIP. Dang....

Leonard T Wood

September 28, 2018

Many fond memories -- a pleasure to work with

Pauline Herlien

September 26, 2018

Barney was the most imaginative choral director I ever had the pleasure to sing with. He led with passion, displayed endless patience with singers and musicians, and always had a smile on his face. His compassion for people and his love of music will not be seen again on this peninsula for years to come. Thank you, Barney for all you taught me. Pauline Herlien

Jeff Hawkins

September 25, 2018

Barney was such a talented and gentle soul whose humble personna and smile made him an instant friend to all whom he came into contact as he flitted from one engagement to another. His ability to quickly size up the venue and audience and adapt on the fly was a gift as he dealt with performers of all levels.

Barney was the pianist at the 11:15 am Mass at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel in Carmel Valley for 34 years even though he lived in PG. That's dedication! His talents and creativity greated aided in the choir's ability to help all in attendance appreciate the words and meaning of each service, truly a gift. Barney developed a loving bond with all of us and went beyond the call when practicing in his spare time to help cantors and others achieve their goals.

Having watched many of his plays and productions at various venues, I could only marvel at his wide ranging abilities, whether it be a large orchestra and dozens of actors or a two person play where he played the piano, sang, cracked jokes, and maybe even danced a little.

In the last few years, my wife and I had dinner several times with Barney and got to know him even better. These times cemented his status as an angel, a gentle soul whom I will always admire.

Cindy Baker Ovens

September 23, 2018

I played piano in the pit orchestras for Gypsy and Jesus Christ Superstar at MPC in the 70s. I learned so much from Barney and had so much fun. His energy and devotion to music will truly be missed.

Stephanie Whitehead

September 22, 2018

Barney, what an incredible joy you were to work with. So supportive to those, especially me, with no musical talents ! Your smile always made me happy. What a wonderful team everyone was back in your first days at MPC. Friendships that have lasted almost 50 years. You will always be my friend, always be my hero and I will always think of you as my angel. Love you.

Danny Gochnauer

September 21, 2018

Always a battle of wits when you were working and performing with Barney...a great talent and a true friend to anyone who knew him.
We celebrate you

Anne Burleigh

September 20, 2018

Rest In Peace dear Barney. You left to soon but the mark you made on our musical community will endure.

September 20, 2018

Barney and I worked together at MPC since 1974......we werefromOhio just like Barney, so we connected immediately......we will miss him....Connie and Conlon

Felicia Afifi

September 20, 2018

I worked with Barney when I was in Annie and I will always remember his sense of humour and how he would just literally fly into rehearsal and worked so quickly and then he would be off to his next engagement. Such a pleasure to work with and such a loss for the community. Thank you Barney even if it was a brief moment of time Rest In Peace.

Jeanne Wooster

September 20, 2018

Barney, my friend,
I'll never forget you in the band for Grease. Morgan Stock directed. It was my first musical and you rocked the house with Tom Ayres and a cast of young, hot and randy actors! You were always encouraging and so generous with each and everyone of us!
Big love, deep dreams and wide wide wings dear one.❤

Gerry Kapolka

September 20, 2018

I enjoyed his playing for me as I cantored Easter and Christmas Masses at Santa Catalina. He will be missed.

Rob Foster

September 20, 2018

So many great memories, and such a great man. It won't be the same without you, Barney. Musical theatre has lost its muse.

September 20, 2018

Barney, you brought much joy to all . thank you for sharing your beautiful God given talents. It was always inspirational to work with you.Rest in Peace and joy and music in heaven.

Talleri McRae

September 20, 2018

Barney was such a tender, encouraging presence in my life, and I am so grateful for the times we shared together at Ariel Theatrical and MPC. His mark is indeed long-lasting: There are several of us who will carry on his legacy of kindness, encouragement, and genuine love for music and theatre.
Thanks, Barney. Love you. --Talleri--

Reg Huston

September 20, 2018

Thank you, Barney, for always bringing me a smile and loving embrace whenever we saw each other.

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