Joshua Joseph Jackson Sr. (Wasu to) “Blue hail Stone”, JJ or affectionately known as Big Josh.
Josh was born in Wolf Point, Montana on September 16th, 1972, to Lola Wetsit and Gerald Bootsie Jackson Sr.
His childhood was spent growing up in Wolf Point and in the summer with his Grandma Ruth and Grandpa Pete, traveling to Canada to powwows and visiting relatives. On Sundays he always made it to church and to Sherman after to eat with his grandma Laura. He attended schools in Wolf Point, Whapeton in North Dakota, Chemawa in Salem, Oregon eventually receiving his GED. In August of 2017 he achieved getting his CDL.
He spent a few summers firefighting, bonding with his friends, traveling and making money.
In the fall of 94 he met the love of his life- Kim… his rock, his best friend, they had a bond nothing could break. Together they had 5 kids, and his oldest son from a previous relationship, Christian “CJ” Hustad. Josh was so proud of his kids, loved attending their sporting events and was there for them no matter what they did.
Big Josh, as known to most, was the nicest guy with a big heart. He was friends with everyone. If you happen to be one of the receivers of his knock out punches, he would still have shaken your hand or hugged you after. He could never stay mad for very long.
One of his many courageous achievements was in April of 2004 when he happened to be by the Amtrak station in Wolf Point and noticed a lady on the tracks. As the train approached he ran over and pulled her from the oncoming path of the train, risking his life. He received the Montana Medal of Valor awarded to him by Gov. Brian Schwitzer on February 13, 2006.
Joshua is survived by his wife Kim and their children Ryan, Amanda, Jayda, Kayden, Joshua Jr. all of Wolf Point, Montana, “CJ” Christian Hustad of Wolf Point, Montana who is attending MSU in Bozeman, Montana; father, Gerald “Bootsie” (Shirley) Jackson, of Poplar, Montana; sisters Ruth Williams of Wolf Point, Montana, Leighann (Rusty) Cochran of Helena, Montana, Leilani (Reese) Reddoor of Poplar, Montana, and Autumn Falcon of North Dakota; brothers Victor Romero Sr., Gerald (Xanthia) Jackson of Wolf Point, Montana, and Ivan Whitford of Havre, Montana.
He is preceded in death by his mother Lola Williams Wetsit; sister Laura Romero; maternal family: Grandma Ruth Brock; Grandpa Pete Brock; uncles Billy Williams, Kermit Brock, Kevin Brock, and Eugene Brock; cousin Henry Williams; nephew Layne Williams; and brother Wade White Eagle. Paternal family: Grandparents Laura Wells Fourstar, Gertrude “Tootsie” Clark, Kal Clark, Kayo Jackson; aunt Ethel “Pie” Jackson; uncles Howard Clark, George “Rusty” Jackson, and John Earl “Jon Jon” Jackson; cousin Roland Clark; grandkids Asher and Karsen Smith.
We sincerely apologize if we left anyone out, just know that you meant the world to him.
My kids and I will be forever heart broken. We will miss the fishing, the cruising (5 miles and hour), the laughing, the loving, the fighting and making up.
We love you “Jofish”
Condolences for the family may be left using the form below.
Shelly James says
So sorry for your loss My prayers for family and friends 🙁
Misha Wetsit says
RIP cousin. You are such a wonderful good person. You will always be missed and loved. Condolences to your wife and kids.
Tara Douglas Ricker says
Condulances to family and friends of his…
Josh is a good person to everyone he knew and loved. I am thankful I got to know him. He was there was i lost my brother and dad. Thank you Josh for that.
Love, hugs and prayers to everyone.
Miles Lilley says
Josh had a good heart, he always had a big smile. You will truly be missed by all that knew you. Rest In Peace my friend.
Althea Iron Cloud says
Hugs n love to the family my heart hurts for you all. Our sincerest condolences on your loss…from Althea Iron Cloud, Marcus Jackson, Martina Jackson n Miles Jackson Jr.
PAM KELLER-BELL says
I am sorry for your loss, condolences to the family and friends.
Doug Garfield says
Have some of the most awesome memories with one of my only good friends I’ve had around here, he was there for me when I was at my worst places in life, when my chips were down he was always there, one of the best friends anyone could ever ask for RIP brother
STEPHANIE MARCHAND says
Great, long time friend. Attended Chemawa Indian School together and managed to stay in touch all these years. He will be deadly missed and was loved by all who knew him.
Charlene Sims says
I wish i could be there but all I can do is send my condolences.
REST IN PEACE JOSH God bless you and your family , your up there with my father watching us all.
Much love
Doris Thompson says
I’m so very sorry to hear the passing of a great man. Josh was a very respectful & kind hearted soul & soft spoken. I will never forget he came to my aid one night & stuck up for me. Thank you 😔
To his family, Kim & his children my Sincere Condolences my thoughts and prayers are with you for the difficult times ahead. God Bless 🙏
Roxanne Gourneau says
My deepest condolences to the family in the loss of Joshua. Our family prays, for Joshua’s family as they prepare for his journey
Shari Daniels says
My sincere condolences to his family.
Ashley Cochran says
We all loved Josh so much. He may only be my step uncle, but he was the best uncle I’ve had. Definitely loving and caring and knew how to cheer up anybody. Prayers to you Kim and all of his kids. Plus my momma and the rest of his family.❤️❤️
Sonya Cheffer says
We were old friends who were young and crazy together..had many good times..I will miss you..prayers to Kim and all your family..your are deeply loved
chris bauer says
My deepest condolences to the family, Josh was a good man with a big heart and a great sense of humor. He will be missed by many
Jonny BearCub Stiffarm says
Prayers and thoughts of comfort sent to the family. Memories are the healing balm to grief – cherish the memories and know he will be missed by many. May the Angels greet him with song and his heart be filled with joy as he greets his many relatives who wait for him on the other side.
Anna Pedraza-Wetsit says
I said a prayer for your family.I know J.J..will be missed .may God be with you now and continue to watch over you as go on without your loved one J.J.. He was friendly and always had a smile . His kindness will never be forgotten.
Candace Ackerman says
Thank you to you my boy for being there for my brother i love you . Danny will miss you always . Sending my condolences love n hugs to kim , children n cuz bootsie Ruthie n rest of family
June Vogt says
To all Josh’s family,, he is gone too young. I first knew Josh when he was in elementary school and classmate of my son Shawn Fast. I always liked Josh. He had the greatest smile and laugh and a good heart. His tribute was so descriptive of the adult Josh I never knew and I am so sorry for your loss. Prayers for comfort and peace as you go forward without him.
Yvette All runner says
He was such a cool brother in law, I enjoyed visiting with him,Kim and kids he will be Missed dearly. REST in Peace Josh♡♡
Theresa Forrest and Family says
♥️ Prayers for Kim and Family, CJ Hustad, Bootsie and family, Ruth, Leann and Jake, also for all JJ’s many friends. May the Lord comfort your hearts in the difficult days ahead. ♥️
shawn fast says
I am sorry for your loss. I grew up with Josh, but only saw him occasionally these last couple of years. Some really good memories with him.
Les white hawk says
I thank God for u cuz I appreciate all our visits n the time we spent have a save journey Josh my bro luv u
Jerry and Jeannie Archdale says
Our thoughts and prayers are with each one of you. Please take time to grieve in your own way, there is no book on how long grieving should take so please do it n your own time. God will help you through no matter how short or how long it takes, and you and your children will be in our hearts and prayers each day