Obituary of Iva Mae Mardling

MARDLING: Iva (nee Arnold) - Passed away at Riverview Gardens with family at her side on Saturday, February 29, 2020 at the age of 96. Born in Chatham Township, Iva was the daughter of the late Olive (nee Williston) and Elmer Arnold (1967). Beloved wife of the late John Mardling (2013). Loving mother of Wayne, Rosemary (2019), Howard, Arnold (2017) and Bonnie (Harold Deline). Aunt to many special nieces and nephews. Predeceased by brothers Rennie and his wife Margaret; Wes Arnold and his wife Delma; and a sister Mildred, and daughters-in-law Louise Mardling (Howard) and Cindy Cobey (Arnold). Grandmother to Kevin, Sarah, Gerry, Florence, Vincent, Cheri, Dustin (2016), William (1990), Daniel, Christine, Joshua and Lindsay. Great-grandmother to Garret, Denise, Diamond, Ali, Lealand, Hayden, Dylon, Skye, Zain, Devon, Tabatha, Hailey, Alexander, Isaac, Mekhi, Ceianna and Kailey. Great-great grandmother to Raiden and Johnathan. Iva was a former member of the Louisville Baptist Church, the Northwood Christian Church and the Oak Mount Community Club. As per Iva's wishes, a private family interment will be held at Arnold Cemetery. Donations made in memory of Iva to the Salvation Army or a charity of your choice would be appreciated. Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com McKinlay Funeral Home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham, ON, N7L 3K6, 519-351-2040