Mary "Frances" Pop-Stojanovic's Obituary
Mary Frances Pop-Stojanovic, 76, of Gainesville passed away suddenly at her home Monday, March 7, 2016. She was born March 7, 1940 in Roanoke, Virginia to Pasquale and Mary Lucy Tomasi Torraca. Frances lived her life inspiring and helping others. She was a vibrant, strong, loving caring person that lived her life with energy and passion. She enjoyed traveling, photography, running, spending quality time with her loving daughter and was a member of the Florida Track Club. After a 23 year career with the American Cancer Society, she retired as Chief Government Relations Officer presiding over 12 states. She was an active member of Holy Trinity Episcopal Church. She adored her two cats, Princess Annie and Prince Andye.
Frances was preceded in death by her husband, Robert Sanders Holmstrom; husband, Zoran Rista Pop-Stojanovic and sister, Patricia Raiford. She is survived by her daughter, Diana Lynn Taylor; step children, Robert and Jonathan Holmstrom and Ryan Hemming (Angie); grandchildren, Mekeala, A.J., Kelly, and Nicole and a loving niece and 2 nephews.
A Celebration of Frances’ Life will be held Tuesday, March 15, 2016 at 11:00 a.m., at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, 100 NE 1st St, Gainesville, with The Rev. Louanne Loch and The Rev. George Holston officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The American Cancer Society or the local Humane Society.
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