In loving memory of

Patricia Ann Martinson
April 23, 1967 - February 21, 2023

Patricia Ann Martinson, 55, of Byron, Minnesota died Tuesday, February 21, 2023 at her home in Byron.

Patricia was born April 23, 1967 to Dale and Anna (Smith) Eckert. She grew up in Rochester and graduated from John Marshall High School in 1985. Pat started working at Mayo Clinic in 1989 and spent most of her career in the department of Hematology and Clinical Research where she was currently employed. Pat married David Martinson in 1988. The couple lived in Rochester and later divorced.

Pat enjoyed camping and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She was the best cheer mom and grandma there ever was.

Pat is survived by her parents Dale and Anna Eckert; her children Amanda Martinson, Heather Martinson and Brittany (Tim) Coshenet; her sisters Peggy (Galen) Morris and Penny (Chad) McCarty; and 7 grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held Friday, March 3, 2023 at 2:00 PM at Ranfranz and Vine Funeral Home (5421 Royal PL NW, Rochester, MN). Visitation will be on Thursday, March 2, 2023 from 4 - 7 PM as well as one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Ranfranz and Vine is honored to be serving the Martinson family; to share a special memory or condolence, please visit www.ranfranzandvinefh.com.

Tributes

Colleen Mowrer wrote on Mar 4, 2023:

"Dale and Anna, We are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Daryl and Colleen Mowrer"

Jessica Smith wrote on Mar 3, 2023:

"We are sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time. We always enjoyed seeing Pat and her family at PI campground during the holidays. Love Vic & Jess Smith"

Terry & Zee wrote on Feb 25, 2023:

""Your wings were ready but our hearts were not". You are going to be missed. "

Jeanie wrote on Feb 23, 2023:

"I?m so saddened to hear this news. Pat was a wonderful Mother to Amanda, Heather and Brittany. My heart goes out to the family during this difficult time. You all are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending you all my love. ??"

Mike Decklever wrote on Feb 23, 2023:

"Pat was our neighbor for a few years back in the day she was a great neighbor and a very nice lady. We're sorry to hear of her passing and thinking of the family."

Mandy wrote on Feb 23, 2023:

"Pat was such a wonderful woman. I will cherish the memories we shared together and am so grateful to have been the Martinson girls? neighborhood babysitter ????"

Angela Dispenzieri wrote on Feb 23, 2023:

"Impossible to believe that such a young and wonderful person has left this earth so soon. My heart goes out to her entire family. Losing such a person is beyond words. A small consolation is that she lives on in those whose lives she touched. My sincerest condolences!"