Patricia Jo Paddock, 75, of Fitzgerald, Georgia, passed away on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, at Dorminy Medical Center. A memorial service will be planned and held by her family at a later date.
Patricia was born on September 14, 1950, in Jacksonville, Florida, to the late Loren and Jean Anderson, and was lovingly raised by her grandmother, Alma Graham.
She resided in Brandon Florida, where she and her husband owned and operated Babe’s Pizza and enjoyed many years of successful business as well as a large social network of friends.
Together, they retired and moved to Fitzgerald in 2019 to be closer to family. Patricia enjoyed traveling, reading, playing cards, tending to her flower garden, and watching the local wildlife.
She is survived by her husband of 39 years, Richard Paddock; daughters Jeanne Blevins and husband Monroe; Dixie Jackson and husband Bob; son French Smith III and wife Elisabeth. Patricia had eight grandchildren; and eight great grandchildren, all of whom she cherished deeply.
Paulk Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. The family requests that those wishing to make memorial contributions consider donating to Crossview Baptist Church of Fitzgerald in her honor.