Iona Campbell, Duchess of Argyll facts for kids

Iona Mary Campbell, also known as the Dowager Duchess of Argyll, was a Scottish noblewoman. She was born on June 22, 1945, and passed away on February 22, 2024. She was married to Ian Campbell, who was the 12th Duke of Argyll. Their marriage lasted from 1964 until the Duke's death in 2001.

About Iona Campbell

Iona Mary Colquhoun was born in 1945 in Edinburgh, Scotland. She was the second child and only daughter of Ivar Colquhoun, who was the 8th Baronet of Luss. Her mother was Kathleen Duncan. Iona had two brothers named Torquhil and Malcolm.

On July 4, 1964, she married Ian Campbell. At the time, he was known as the Marquess of Lorne. Their wedding took place at St Giles' Cathedral in Edinburgh.

Family Life

Iona and Ian Campbell had two children together:

• Torquhil Ian Campbell, who is now the 13th Duke of Argyll. He was born in 1968.
  • Torquhil married Eleanor Cadbury on June 8, 2002. They have three children:
    • Archie Frederick Campbell, Marquess of Lorne (born 2004)
    • Lord Rory James Campbell (born 2006)
    • Lady Charlotte Mary Campbell (born 2008)
• Lady Louise Iona Campbell. She was born in 1972.
  • Lady Louise married Anthony Merrik Burrell on April 18, 1998, also at St Giles' Cathedral. They have two children:
    • Teale Iona Burrell (born 2005)
    • Albert Westray Burrell (born 2009)

Iona Campbell and her daughter-in-law were both supporters of the Royal Caledonian Ball. This is a special event that celebrates Scottish culture.

Later Years

Iona Campbell, the Dowager Duchess of Argyll, passed away on February 22, 2024. She was 78 years old.