Johnny Lee Maggitt

thereafter), in Sunflower, Mississippi, to Ruby (Nicholson) Maggitt and Richard Maggitt

Sr. He began his spiritual life early, baptized and fellowshipped at Community Lutheran

Church.

John attended Austin High School, where he met the love of his life, Louise Harris.

During his school years, he was actively involved in the YMCA and the school’s

swimming team. His talent and creativity earned him a scholarship from Boys’ Life

magazine for a portrait he submitted, which led him to study at the Art Institute of

Minnesota. He later attended Golden Valley Lutheran College, where he also played

football.

After spending some time in Minnesota, John returned home and pursued a new path.

While working full-time, he continued his education through evening courses to obtain

his electrician’s license. His strong work ethic and leadership led him to management at

General Foods. But John had a bigger vision—he stepped out in faith and became an

entrepreneur. He first opened Jumbo Electronics, an electronics store on the South

Side of Chicago. Building on that success, he later founded Future Electric Co., an

electrical contracting company that he operated for over 20 years with excellence,

serving countless clients and mentoring others in the trade.

In 1992, John and Louise rededicated their lives to Christ, joining Victorian Christian

Fellowship. John was baptized again on December 30, 1993, reaffirming his deep faith.

In 1995, he was honored as an Outstanding Young Man of America for becoming the

youngest African American to obtain an electrical license. His life was a testimony to

perseverance, purpose, and spiritual commitment.

In 1996, he became a devoted member of Calvary Church, where he served faithfully in

security and as a Boy Scout leader—roles that reflected his protective nature and

dedication to youth. Big Daddy was most at peace when surrounded by family, laughter,

and the quiet of a fishing line in the water.

John was a man’s man—God-fearing, full of integrity, stubborn but wise, funny in his

truths, hardworking, and deeply compassionate. To his children and grandchildren, he

was nothing short of a superhero. To know him was both a privilege and a blessing.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Ruby and Richard Maggitt Sr.; his beloved wife,

Louise Maggitt; his sister, Gloria Hooker; and his brother, Jesse Maggitt Sr.

He leaves behind a lasting legacy in his siblings: Sophie Bosley, Richard Maggitt Jr.,

Percy (Geralean) Maggitt, Alice Cole, David (Stephanie) Maggitt, Zelda (Jerome) Bland,

Valerie Maggitt, and Katherine (Vanice) Dunson; his only daughter, Stacey Maggitt; his

son, Andre (Constance) Moore; grandchildren: Cierra Maggitt, Candace Harris, Caisi

Harris, Andre Moore Jr., and Bernard Moore; great-granddaughters: Kamryn Maggitt-

Smith and Kyndi Harris; and a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and beloved

friends.

Take heart in knowing he now dwells in the presence of the Most High. And in the words he would surely leave you with just "take it easy."