Nonie was born on August 29, 1957, in Camarines Sur, Philippines to Enrique and Rosalina Cadacio. Nonie had three sisters Edna, Alice and Agnes who remained her best friends.
On May 12, 1980, she married Manny Bernardino. They raised their children Ronald, Cherryl and Randy in a loving household. Nonie also adored her grandchildren Carmen Rose and Caleb Christopher.
A registered nurse for over 30 years, Nonie was dedicated to her profession and made lifelong friendships with all of her colleagues.
Always with a big smile, Nonie radiated joy and made a lasting impression to everyone she met.
Above all else, Nonie was a dedicated member of the Church of Christ, holding on to her duty as a Deaconess until the very end.
"I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Now there is in store for me the crown of righteousness.” II Timothy 4:7-8a NIV