Mary Frances Kolesaric, 80, loving wife, mother, and grandmother went to be with the Lord on December 22, 2022. A native of Virginia Beach, she was the daughter of the late Ernest E Sawyer Sr. and Martha Frances Machen Sawyer and a member of Chesapeake First Pentecostal Holiness Church. She retired from E.T. Gresham Company, Inc. after 21 years of dedicated service.

Mary cherished her family and friends dearly. A strong independent woman, always offering a listening ear and helping hand to others. She enjoyed cooking, reading, gardening, caring for her pets, bird watching, traveling, and planning outdoor gatherings, exploring American history, and enjoying the beauty of nature with her family and friends.

She is survived by her beloved family, son Edward L Kolesaric, granddaughter Heidi E Kolesaric and brother Ernest E. Sawyer Jr. Mary loved her family and friends dearly and we will cherish her memories in our heart and souls forever.

A memorial service to celebrate her life will be held on Saturday, January 14, 2023 at 2 p.m. at Graham Funeral Home, 1112 Kempsville Road, Chesapeake. Please visit www.grahamfuneralhome.com to view the service and leave a condolence to the family.