James Barninger Obituary
We bid farewell to James Barninger (Erie, Pennsylvania), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on March 9, 2026 at the age of 72. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Barninger to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Vernon Barninger (Barney) and Maxine Barninger; and his siblings-in-law, Stephen Chludzinski and Daryl Barninger. He is survived by: his wife Marilyn Barninger (Chludzinski); his children, Ryan Barninger (Jenn) and Julianna Barninger (Steven); his grandchildren, Charlotte and Gabriel; his brother Jeffrey Barninger; his siblings-in-law, Diane Biondi (Michael) and Philip Chludzinski (Sharii); and his nieces and nephews, Eric (Lynn), Brian Barninger (Mindy), Kelly Barninger, Steven Chludzinski (Hue), Philip Chludzinski, Amy Swartz (Kevin) and Chrissy Chludzinski. He is also survived by his cats, extended family.
In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully suggests memorial contributions to Orphan Angels Cat Sanctuary (https://www.orphanangels.org) or The Sight Center of Northwest PA.
