Michael A. Rattler, 65, of Jacksonville, IL, died Monday, March 4, 2024, at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital.

He was born November 6, 1958, the son of Claude Lee and Stella Mae (Hampton) Rattler. He married Ruth Pullings in March of 1996, and she survives.

Michael is also survived by his daughter, Mallory Dawn Rattler; grandchildren, Kentravion Jackson and Ka'Rell Rattler; sisters, Deborah Carter and Linda (Lawarance) Jackson, both of Jacksonville; seven nieces; eight nephews; twenty-six great nieces and nephews; and a large number of aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Claude Rattler Jr. and Ronald H. McGee; and a sister, Teresa A. Flenniken.

He graduated from Jacksonville High School. Michael worked several jobs over the years. He worked in construction, at the bridge and water tower, as a sandblaster for Ron and Mike Desyllas, for Lindey Advertising with Tony Bogner, and for Turner Tree Service with Gerald Turner. Michael also helped to build the Link's Golf Course at Nichlos Park.

He loved building motorcycles and models and listening to his rock and roll music. Michael also loved spending time with his grandsons, family, and friends.

A funeral service will be held 11 AM Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at the House of Worship in Jacksonville. A visitation for Michael will take place prior to the service, from 10 – 11 AM. Memorial donations are suggested to the family in care of Mallory D. Rattler to assist with funeral expenses. The Buchanan & Cody Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Condolences may be left online at buchanancody.com.