Iva Veronica Waldron

In Loving Memory of Iva Waldron

(October 1925-January 2025)

It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother--Iva Waldron. She peacefully departed on the morning of Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 99 years of age.Iva was the second of two children--one boy and one girl--born on the island of Trinidad to her parents, Daniel and Alethea Squires. She worked in retail sales and then accounting after graduating from high school. After a few years of work, she dedicated her time to being a homemaker for many years before migrating to the US. Ms. Iva, as she was fondly known, resided at Victory Towers in Takoma Park, Maryland for approximately 28 years. She left an indelible mark on all who knew her and was stoutly devoted to her family and friends. Her hobbies included gardening, reading, watching Hallmark TV, and browsing the Trinidad Guardian online. She was a cherished member of the Victory Towers game club and crochet club and could be found many mornings having coffee and talking about current events with other residents. During warmer weather, Iva maintained a garden plot for many years, where she grew beautiful flowers and vegetables and shared gardening secrets with her peers. Always focused on being positive, she found joy in simply providing a listening ear, showing kindness and compassion to others, and "seeing the good" in all situations.

Iva’s legacy is one of love, resilience, and a profound appreciation for life’s small, meaningful moments. She will be deeply missed but lovingly remembered by her family, friends, and the many lives she touched. She is survived by her daughter Cherry, two granddaughters, Shannon and Shayn, three grandchildren, Kaeya, Sebastian, and Kayden, and son-in-law, Kevin. May her memory bloom eternally, like the flowers she so dearly loved.A memorial of her remarkable life will be held at Victory Towers on February 15, 2025.