Janet Johnson, 71, born October 30, 1954, in Brownsville, Tennessee, passed away on June 10, 2026.

She made her home in Decatur, Illinois, where she raised her family and retired from Decatur Public Transit. Decatur became the place where her roots deepened, her family grew, and her legacy took shape.

Janet was the kind of mother who put her children first in every season of life — not out of obligation, but out of pure love. She sacrificed without hesitation, worked without complaint, and made sure her family always had what they needed, even when it meant going without herself. Her children were her pride, her purpose, and her greatest joy.

To know Janet was to feel cared for. She had a gift for making people feel safe, seen, and supported. Her laughter could soften the hardest day, and her presence could steady any storm. She was the backbone of her family — the one who gave more than she ever asked for in return.

She leaves behind a legacy of love, sacrifice, and unwavering devotion to her family. Janet lived a life defined by quiet strength and a heart that never stopped giving.

She is survived by her husband, Maxie Johnson Sr., and her three children — Maxie Jr., Leondus Sr., and La Toya — each of whom carries her strength, her resilience, and her deep capacity for love.

Her grandchildren — Colette, Courtny, Leondus Jr., Rhakya, and Maxie III — were the light of her life, and she poured into them the same warmth and guidance she gave her own children.

Janet is preceded in death by her mother, Louise Jones, and is remembered with love by her siblings — Deborah Houston, Loretta Houston, Tony Jones, Kim Jones‑Chenevert, and Douglas Jones. She also leaves behind her beloved Aunt Margaret, along with a wide circle of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends who cherished her deeply.

Her family takes comfort in knowing that her love continues to live through them. The lessons she taught, the sacrifices she made, and the warmth she shared will echo through generations.

“Well done, good and faithful servant… enter into the joy of your Lord.” — Matthew 25:23

Janet’s life was a testament to what it means to love fully, give freely, and stand strong for the people who matter most. She will be forever missed, honored, and loved.