Jackie Dean Joshua was born in Camden, Arkansas on October 10, 1959 to the late Hershel Jack and Virgina Bivens Joshua. He was the second born son. He passed away on December 17, 2020 in Camden, Arkansas. He accepted Christ at an early age and became a .member of Mt. Hebron Baptist Church in Camden, Arkansas.

His educational journey began in the Farview School District where he graduated in 1977. He attended Jarvis Christian College in Hawkins, Texas. Later, he was employed by the International Paper Company for many years. In his free time, he enjoyed cooking, grilling, and watching football.

His parents and brother, Charles Blackmon, preceded him in death. He leaves to cherish his memory three daughters; Tamara Joshua, Brittney Joshua, and Erin Joshua of Memphis, TN; two grandchildren; Kobe and Khloe Joshua of Memphis, TN; and a host of family and friends.