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

Visitation was held from 3 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, at the Melby Funeral Home & Crematory, Platteville. The funeral service was at 11 a.m. on Thursday, July 9, 2026, 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.

The complete obituary is in the July 16, 2026, issue of the Fennimore Times.