Evansville, IN – Velda L. J. (Cummings) Iverson, 70, of Evansville, Indiana, passed away on Tuesday, January 25, 2022 at the Linda E. White Hospice House in Evansville. She was born on March 7, 1951 in Sullivan, Kentucky to the late Russell and Rachel (Stone) Cummings.
Velda had a commitment to education throughout her entire life. She worked on her doctorate at Western Michigan University and had a fulfilling career inspiring her students and peers both at the secondary and university level.
She is survived by her husband, Mark Iverson; her children, Kerith Brand (Nicholas) and Erik Iverson; her grandchildren, Ehlke and Henrik; her siblings, Charles “Mike” Cummings, Russell Cummings, Carol Shepard, Jerry Cummings, Betty Henry and Mary Stanton.
Velda is preceded in death by her siblings, Myrtle Sigler, Bonnie Cummings, Thomas Cummings, Johnny Cummings and Mickey O’Lawsky.
Simple Cremation Evansville is entrusted with care.
Steve Rowland says
Mark, I can’t believe this happened. I’m so sorry for your loss. I just don’t know what else to say at this time. If you need someone to talk to, please give me a call.
Steve Rowland
Roy dickens says
Mark ❣️ I am so sorry this should not have happened RIP my Beautiful friend until we meet again 💕 your friend Roy
Carolyn Reineke says
To Velda’s husband Mark, her children and siblings, I am so saddened in the loss of Velda. We made a friendship well after high school through our class reunions, again in Denver and I realized what a friend and good person she was. Sending my condolences to all of you. She will truly he missed.
Glenda Elpers says
I am so sorry for the loss of your wife, Velda. She was a great lady and treasured classmate. Sincerely, Glenda Elpers
Janice Taraborelli says
Mark, My deepest sympathies to you and your family. Velda and I shared many memorable events at JWU Denver. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Janice Taraborelli
Emily Moore says
My condolences to Mark and the rest of Velda’s family. I was saddened to hear of her passing. I am glad I was able to visit with her in Denver several years ago. She was always so full of life, energy, and love for learning; and she made the world a better place.
Briana Smith says
My deepest sympathies to you all. I knew her as Professor at JWU Denver. She was one of my favorites and had a huge impact on my time there. She was truly something special and will be missed.
Elsmarie Nguyen says
She was the sweetest person to have ever lived. Only the good die young and she was. She will be missed dearly by everyone at her JWU family. My condolences to her family, especially her life partner.
Lonnie Cummings says
So sorry to hear Aunt Velda passed away Mark prayers 🙏🙏 for you and cousins and grand kids love you and will miss you Aunt Velda
Courtney Basham Franklin says
Mark, I am so sorry to you & your family. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Justin Marcus says
Mrs. Iverson was a remarkable woman who loved everyone she met! She inspired my life so much in college! Rest In Peace Professor!❤️❤️
Jim Moulton says
My deepest condolences to Mark and Velda’s entire family. I cannot imagine how difficult her loss is for all of you. Velda and I shared so many great experiences at Johnson & Wales. I will always remember her fondly. Rest In Peace Velda.
Roger Lynch says
I am sorry for your loss, Mark.
Pauline Pruitt says
My deepest condolences to the family of Aunt Velda. We grew up together. I loved her very much.
Rodney & Joann Kuhlenschmidt says
So very sorry for your loss, you and your family are in me and my wife’s
Prayers
Mark Allison says
My deepest condolences to Velda’s husband, Mark, her family and her many friends. Velda was a good person to have as a friend and she impacted my life in so many positive ways. She will be greatly missed.
Shaynnon Davis says
I will forever be grateful to have her as an Aunt. Uncle Mark, Kerith, and Erik, I am sending love and prayers to you and all of our family as we all grieve such a wonderful lady! I have so many memories of her especially when I was young. I love you all so very much ♥️💔
Hillary Usiatynski says
Dear Kerith and extended family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with you all during these sad days. May Velda be a light over her grandchildren. They will hear and know about their grandmother’s passions, I am sure. I hope memories of beautiful days ease your pain.
Most Sincerely,
Hilary Brand Usiatynski
Stephanie and Malcolm says
The Ithaca Brands are thinking of you all and Sending so much love and support to you Mark, Kerith, and Erik. We had only met Velda once at your wedding Kerith, and found her to be lovely and kind. May you find a comfort in your cherished memories of your Mom and all the words of love coming to you.
Marleen Swanson says
My heart goes out to Mark and the family in the loss of Velda! She was such a lovely person. I worked with her at JWU. She helped so many of my students with their scholarship applications. We shared much personally and professionally!
May your wonderful memories give you peace. Love to all of you!!
Sharon Schmitzer Rodriguez says
So sorry to hear of Velda’s passing. Thoughts and prayers to you. I knew Velda from high school and then we started a Facebook friendship after she retired. I loved hearing about her travels especially to Alaska and coffee.
Tom Becker says
On behalf of the Becker Family – Tom, Mary, Liz, Andy and Angie – please
accept our sincere condolences on your recent loss. Velda was an irreplaceable wife, mother, grandmother, teacher and friend.
She will always be remembered in our thoughts and prayers.
Gayle Iverson Maduros says
Mark – was shocked when Karen called with the sad news of Velda’s death. She heard from cousin Karla and called me. Deeply saddened and will keep you and the family in prayer. She was so proud of her family and over the moon with your granddaughter . . . blessings to all her loved ones who remain.
Lora Mae White says
I am beyond disbelief.. I just found out about Velda when I started to wish her a happy birthday… My heart breaks for you all, as my heart is broken.
It was so great to reconnect with her after so many years..She did well with picking you Mark…and it was great meeting you at our class reunion.
Prayers and Love.
Lora Mae White says
I am beyond disbelief.. I just found out about Velda when I started to wish her a happy birthday… My heart breaks for you all, as my heart is broken.
It was so great to reconnect with her after so many years..She did well with picking you Mark…and it was great meeting you at our class reunion.
Prayers and Love.
Cathy (Riley) Mattox says
So sorry to hear of Velda’s passing. May God give your family strength & comfort @ this great time of loss!
Jeannie Radley says
Mark and family: I just found out about Velda’s passing when I checked her Facebook page just now. I am so very sorry. My heart hurts for you, Mark, her beloved husband and much treasured children, Keith and Erik and her grandchildren too. Velda was a wonderful person and I know she will be greatly missed.
Mary Conklin says
Mark, I just learned of Velda’s death from your letter. We’re so sorry for your loss. I wanted to call you personally, but realized I don’t have your current phone number. Please accept our sincere condolences. I would love to connect with you. If you’re up to calling my number is 269-323-2835. I hope to hear from you soon. Your devoted friends,
Mary & Ted Conklin