Obituary: Vernita Lanning Mould

Vernita Lanning Mould passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of dedicated service to education, deep devotion to her family and a lifetime filled with warmth, laughter and community.

Born on Feb. 3, 1929, in Wapakoneta, Ohio, Vernita was a lifelong learner and passionate educator. 

She earned a bachelor’s degree in education from Toledo University and continued her post-secondary studies at The Ohio State University, Bowling Green State University and Miami University.

Her passion for teaching led her to classrooms across the country, inspiring elementary students in San Diego, California; Birmingham, Michigan; Columbus, Ohio; Toledo, Ohio; and Athens, Ohio. Vernita ultimately dedicated 19 impactful years to shaping young minds in the Talawanda School District before retiring.

On Dec. 17, 1950, Vernita married the love of her life, John Mould, with whom she shared nearly 67 wonderful years of marriage until his passing in October 2017.

Beyond her professional achievement, Vernita was a cherished friend and a beloved family member. She brought joy, kindness and humor to every aspect of her life. She will be deeply missed by her close, tight-knit “games group,” her thoughtful neighbors and the family she so dearly loved, supported and shared countless laughs with over the years.

Vernita was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Mould, her four sisters and her brother.

This obituary was submitted to the Oxford Free Press.