Rodney L. Rademacher, 65 of Rantoul, died at 12:49 p.m. Sunday, January 28, 2024, at his home.

Visitation will be from 3:00-6:00 p.m. Friday, February 2, 2024, at St. Paul's Lutheran Church, 108 E. Church Street, Gifford followed by a funeral service at 6:00 p.m. with Pastor Gary Maxwell officiating.

A private family burial will be held at Woodland Cemetery, Chrisman.  Baier Family Funeral Services, Flatville is handling arrangements.

Rodney was born July 15, 1958, in Champaign the son of Ernie and Marleen Huls Rademacher.  He married Tracey McKnight.

He is survived by a daughter, Reanna (Ryan) Rademacher Diener of Chrisman; two grandchildren Nicholas and Olivia who were affectionately referred to as "Bud" and "Little Bit" by their Papa; his parents, Ernie and Marleen Rademacher; one brother, Rich (Cindy) Rademacher of Penfield; one sister, Ranae (Jeff) Ault of Penfield; and a sister-in-law, Teresa Rademacher of Gifford.

He was preceded in death by his son, Jared Rademacher; a brother Randy Rademacher and an infant brother, Wesley Rademacher.

Rodney graduated from Armstrong High School in 1977.  He was a heavy equipment operator for University Asphalt for several years and was currently working in the fertilizer business.  He also helped on the family farm whenever he could.

He was a member of the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 841.  He enjoyed cooking and loved traveling with his grandkids.  Rodney never knew a stranger and always enjoyed hanging out with his many friends.

Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital.  Condolences and memories can be shared with the family at www.baierfuneralservices.com.