Patricia Marie Fritz Crisman, age 83, passed away on Sunday, November 8, 2026, in Jackson.
Born December 20, 1942, in Bement, Illinois, she was the daughter of the late Edward and Maxine Kaiser Fritz. Patricia was a former employee of Johnson Controls.
Known affectionately as “Nanny” to her grandchildren, Patricia was a quiet, sweet woman who dearly loved her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She enjoyed many things throughout her life, including drag racing in her younger years, camping, fishing, and bowling as a member of a bowling team in Memphis. She was also known for her wild driving! In her quieter moments, she enjoyed watching soap operas and game shows, spending time with her beloved dogs, and reading romance novels.
Patricia’s greatest joy was her family, and she will be lovingly remembered for the special place she held in the hearts of her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
She is survived by her daughter, Tara Martinez (Sarma); her brother, Russ Fritz; her sister-in-law, Sandy Fritz; four grandchildren, Ashley Martinez (Sele), Brittney Martinez, Adriana Kee (Jacob), and Elena Martinez; and eight great-grandchildren, Jayse Martinez, Kiyson Reese, Joshua Kee, Aurora Reese, Kayden Reese, Connor Reese, Preston Kee, and Maverick Kee.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Steve Crisman and her brother, Bill Fritz.
Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12, 2026, in the chapel of Pafford Funeral Home in Lexington. Visitation will be held Thursday from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.
