Iona Pauline Scadding, known to all of us who loved her as Nonie - 103 years old, of Everett, Massachusetts passed away Saturday, March 21st, 2026, after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer's.

Born Iona P. Cobham on June 1st, 1922, to Victor Cobham and Greta Lawson in Fredericton, NB, Canada, and became naturalized at a young age. Lived in Somerville and moved to Everett in 1954.

Iona proudly spent over 6 decades in her own home on Chestnut Street in which she raised 4 children and her youngest grandchild. She loved dressing up and looking her best, going out to social gatherings and the music of Frank Sinatra, as well as the music of many friends who played classical instruments throughout the years. She spent her time dancing with The Swingers Band at Everett Armory, and anywhere else she could get on a dance floor.  Taking trips to the ocean, specifically York Beach, Maine and weekend trips to Indian Head Resort in Lincoln, NH, were things that she cherished. She took many rides to New Brunswick, Canada to visit family early on. Traveling frequently in her younger years to places like Ireland and tropical destinations.

She loved all animals and had a green thumb with many houseplants, as well as a yard filled with roses, hydrangea, rhododendron, tomato plants and a towering black maple. She loved to cook, decorate, entertain, and hosted many years of memorable holiday gatherings for her family. She was always ready to sit down and enjoy a cup of tea or watch a movie or show together. Visits from family and loved ones were very special to her.  She also enjoyed rides to eat at Kelly's Roast Beef on Revere Beach.

There was no DIY project she wouldn't take on.  Manicuring her beloved home kept her active and on her toes well into her 90s. She spent time every day sitting on her porch watching the gray squirrels and enjoying the beauty she created in her small suburban space, in which several generations of us were fortunate enough to enjoy with her. And she made the best grilled cheese!!!

She will be greatly missed, but not forgotten, by many people who she loved, and who loved her throughout her long life.

Nonie leaves behind devoted daughter and caregiver Judith Iannacone formerly of Everett and loving son David Scadding, also formerly of Everett. Longtime friend and companion Elmer Drotos of Hanover. Niece Gail Boone of Wrentham. Patricia Bush Scadding of New Hampshire. Grandchildren Rhonda, Steven and Risa Iannacone along with their spouses, Frank, Chrissy and Sal, all dispersed within New England. Robert Greenwood of Idaho, Sarah Scadding of New Hampshire, Michael Gignac and Michaela Neagle formerly of Everett, and Samantha Scadding formerly of Everett.

Great-grandchildren Rachelle, Rhea and Shae Votano, Nathaniel and Reagan Landers, and Nico and Christiano Iannacone.

She is predeceased by her mother Greta Lawson and sister Rowena Santoro, both originally of New Brunswick. John Scadding of Charlestown. Son Robert Scadding of New Hampshire and daughter Linda Gignac of Maine, as well as many lifelong, close friends and many beloved pets including cats Yeti, Quila, Mitzy and Jugg the dog.

A private memorial for family will be held at a later date at Woodlawn Cemetery Chapel in Everett. In Lieu of flowers, please donate to a local animal shelter in Iona's memory.