The F Troop star passed away after suffering multiple organ failure at a nursing home on Thursday (20Aug15), according to Variety.com.

Announcing the sad news on Facebook.com, Patterson's F Troop co-star Larry Storch, writes, "It's with a heavy heart that we can let you know our beloved Wrangler Jane, Melody Patterson, passed away today.

"Our hearts are sad today. RIP Sweet Melody. We love you."

Patterson booked her role as Wrangler Jane on the TV show as a teenager in 1965.

Her credits also include roles in The Monkees, Green Acres, Hawaii Five-O, The Angry Breed and The Cycle Savages.

Patterson was married to actor James MacArthur from 1970 to 1975.