Dr. Carl Richter Shonk passed away peacefully on his 88th birthday, May 28, 2025, in Great Falls, Montana. Born in Bliss, Idaho in 1937, Carl spent his early years in various towns across Idaho and Oregon. A curious and gifted student, Carl nurtured a lifelong love of learning, devouring books, immersing himself in classical music, and mastering several instruments. He played the bassoon in the Boise Senior High School band, a testament to his early passion for music.

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