Herbert Vining

Herbert Connelly Vining February 26, 1940 February 24, 2015 Herbert Connelly Vining, 74, a native of Berwick and resident of Patterson passed away on Tuesday, February 24, 2015 at his residence. Herbert was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed spending his hunting season down the bayou at his camp. He was an active NRA member and loved sharing his knowledge about hunting and fishing with family and friends. Herbert also served as a past president of The American Welding Society many years ago. He served his community and showed his love for his Creator by being a Free Mason. All who knew Herbert thought he was a great person to be around because he could bring a smile to anyone's face. He will be sadly missed by all who knew him. Herbert is survived by his devoted wife, Judith Vining; one son, Connelly Brian Vining of Calumet; one daughter, Valerie Leigh Bering and husband, John R. Bering of Jeanerette; one grandchild, Stephanie Bering of Jeanerette; two sisters: Cheryl Stelly and husband, Donald of Berwick and Janet Kreider and husband, Gregg of Houston. Herbert was preceded in death by his parents, Herbert and Gladys Beadle Vining. Herbert will be laid to rest in the Berwick Mausoleum following a visitation at Twin City Funeral Home on Monday, March 2, 2015 starting at 8:30am until time of service beginning at 10:00am.