Carson Darrell “Butch” Wackershauser, 80, of Platteville passed away on July 6, 2026.

Visitation was from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville. Funeral services were at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, at the funeral home. Pastor Mary Ann Floerke officiated. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Carson’s name to the Wisconsin Holstein Foundation. Online condolences can be made at www.melbyfh.com

A complete obituary is in the July 15, 2026 issue of The Platteville Journal.