Aristide Berninger

April 29, 1946 – February 20, 2022

Aristide Joseph (AJ) Berninger, age 75, of Denham Springs, Louisiana, passed away on February 20, 2022. AJ was born in Plaquemine, Louisiana on April 29, 1946 and he attended Istrouma high school in Baton Rouge. AJ served in the Marine Corp. Celebration of life on Thursday, February 24, 2022 at Seale Funeral Home, 1720 South Range Ave., Denham Springs, LA 70727 from 4:00 PM until 9:00 PM with religious services at 6:00 PM in the funeral home chapel.

AJ was married to Linda Gail Berninger on August 6, 1966 and were married for forty-eight years. AJ worked as an Insulator for forty years for Anco and Petrin. They raised their family in Baker, Louisiana where he enjoyed watching his son and daughters play sports. Later in life, AJ never missed the opportunity to participate in his grandchildren and great grandchildren’s sports and activities.

He loved all sports, but played baseball and softball throughout his lifetime. AJ loved football, and was an avid fan and supporter of Louisiana State University athletics. AJ coached throughout his lifetime making a significant impact on many young men and women in the area. He is remembered by his family and friends for telling a good story. AJ also loved a good card game especially a game of Bourré

He is survived in death by his three children. Daughter Missy Boggs and son-in-law Josh, daughter Jeanné Kinchen and son-in-law Joey, and son Darren Berninger and daughter-in-law Kati Jo. AJ has eight grandchildren, Logan Lewis and wife April, Landon Hairford and wife Katie, Madison Weaver and husband Devin, Myles Kinchen, John Knerl and fiancé Julie, Zachary Knerl, Brennon Berninger and fiancé Sierra, and Collin Berninger. AJ was also blessed with seven great-children, Jeanne, Charlie, Harvie, Rowen, Beaux, Brett, and Ella. Niece Michelle Poche was a daughter to him as well. He was also blessed with numerous nieces and nephews. His family was the most important part of his life and legacy. He was so proud of the family that he and Linda started and their resiliency during this difficult time is a testament to the values they instilled in their children.

AJ was preceded in death by his wife Linda, father Joseph Berninger, mother Inez Verret Berninger, and brother Timothy Berninger. Please sign our online registry book.