Joshua Charles Hackett

COLUMBIA—Joshua Charles Hackett, 35 of Columbia was born on November 15, 1980.He passed away on Thursday, March 17, 2016 surrounded by his loving parents at his residence after a long courageous battle with his illness. Joshua was born in Fairborn, OH to Rowena and Steven Hackett.He was a loving, caring and touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. He was a graduate of Irmo High School and loved participating in the Special Olympics, camping with family, traveling, and music.Those that knew him will remember Michael Jackson was his all-time favorite. Surviving in addition to his parents are his grandparents, aunts, uncles and his beloved family pets, Sam and Chelcee.He will dearly missed and live in our hearts forever. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made toPawmetto Lifeline Animal Shelter http://pawmettolifeline.org/ or any Children’s Hospital.