Obituary

Jimmy D. Fretwell 
January 29, 2026  

Jimmy D. Fretwell, 80, of Russellville, passed away Jan. 29. Visitation took place at Spry Memorial Chapel Feb. 1 from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. with the service immediately following. Interrment was in Franklin Memory Mausoleum.  

Imojean “Jean” Ricketts 
January 28, 2026  

Imojean “Jean” Ricketts, 92, of Spruce Pine, passed away Jan. 28. A graveside service took place at Oak Grove Cemetery Jan. 30 at 3 p.m. She was the mother of Nancy McGee. Spry Memorial Chapel assisted the family.  

Reynon Hacker 
January 24, 2026  

Reynon Hacker, 93, of Russellville, passed away Jan. 24. Visitation took place at Bethsaida Church on Jan. 29 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. with the service immediately following. Burial was in Bethsaida Cemetery. Spry Memorial Chapel assisted the family.