Dorsey W. Huckabee was a lifelong resident of Hope, Arkansas, and the father of Mike Huckabee. Born on January 23, 1923, he was a White American and likely adhered to the Southern Baptist faith. He served as a mechanic for the Missouri Pacific Railroad for many years and was also a fire captain for the Hope Fire Department. He was married to Mary Ella "Mae" Huckabee, and together they raised two children: Mike Huckabee and a daughter, Pat. Huckabee's life was characterized by hard work and community service in his hometown. Dorsey Huckabee passed away on March 4, 1991.