A force to be reckoned with, Havre’s own Atticus Finch, champion of the underdog and advocate for justice, Carl S. White, 49, died Thursday, Feb. 18, 2010, at the Northern Montana Hospital of undetermined natural causes. Cremation has taken place. The Celebration of Carl’s Life will be held 1 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27, 2010, at the Fifth Avenue Christian Church. A fellowship luncheon will follow at the church. Services and arrangements have been entrusted to Holland & Bonine Funeral Home. Carl was born Jan. 31, 1961, in Missoula,Mont. Carl attended various schools before moving to Fort Benton, where in his sophomore year he met his lifelong love, Laura. After graduat i on, Car l at t ended the University of Montana where he attained a bachelor’s degree in business and went on to achieve his juris doctorate. Early in his career, Carl clerked for the current Justice John Warner. Carl built a successful law practice based in Havre, serving the entire state of Montana. He was known statewide as a highly respected and caring attorney and known to his family and friends as a strong, good man of legendary wit and intelligence. Carl’s death is a shock and heartbreak to many, many people. He was preceded in death by his uncle, Charles “Bud” Spurlock; and his brother, Tom Froehlich. Carl is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years and high school sweetheart, Laura; and his pride and joy, their son, Sawyer Gibson White; his mother, Martha Kramen of Missoula, Mont.; his sister, Ali Kramen, and her children, Tanny M, Sally, Andrew, Tanny Jo, Ellen, Willow and Elizabeth.
CARL SHANLEY WHITE obituary
Published: Wednesday, February 24th, 2010
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By Mike Beckworth on August 15th, 2012 at 11:36am
I grew up with Carl and his brother Lawrence. He was always mischevious and funny. We did many things together as kids. I am so happy to see that he moved on from his mis-spent youth to become a great man. I am sorry I did not get to see him all these years. R.I.P. my friend.
By Lawrence White on March 17th, 2010 at 14:59pm
My name is Lawrence Raymond White. Carl was my brother. Our brother Bryan Dean White was also intentionally excluded from the list of my lost little brother's survivors.
Further: Tanny M (White) Plemmons and Sally L. White are my daughters, born of my wife Tamara Margaret (Rubick) White of Butte (now deceased).
At this time, I will not go into the other intentional errors and misstatements in my brother's obituary.
Further: Tanny M (White) Plemmons and Sally L. White are my daughters, born of my wife Tamara Margaret (Rubick) White of Butte (now deceased).
At this time, I will not go into the other intentional errors and misstatements in my brother's obituary.
By The Stump family on March 16th, 2010 at 12:14pm
We, the Videl and Ruby Stump family, express our deepest condolences to the family of Mr. White. Carl was our own family champion and assisted many of the Chippewa-Cree people who were fortunate enough to make his aquaintance. Our prayers are with you.
By LeRoy LongKnife, Jr on March 11th, 2010 at 19:12pm
I just found out about Carls passing on March 10th, I was in shock when my sister told me. I live in Havre and I do not know how such news could have passed by me. I was fortunate to get to go and visit with Carl-my attorney,on about mid-February and do some catching up. He looked quite well and he still gave me legal advice. He did look out for the underdog and I, like many other natives from Ft.Belknap and Rockyboy feel his loss very personally! No other attorney in Havre equalled Carl in looking out for the Minority like he did! My condolences to his wife and family. The condolences also extends to all of us as well, his heartbroken clients.
LeRoy LongKnife, Jr
Sheridan, Wyoming
LeRoy LongKnife, Jr
Sheridan, Wyoming
By Klaus D. Sitte on March 4th, 2010 at 17:22pm
we at MLSA just heard about Carl's untimely death. He was a champion for the underdog and did a great deal of pro bono work. We, at MLSA, will miss his cheerful willingness to represent those in need.
By Lori Henderson on February 27th, 2010 at 17:00pm
My heart is sadden by the loss of Carl White. When I heard of his passing i was in disbelief, he was my attorney and a very good one at that, he not only worked my case, but he treated me and my family with great respect. I knew he cared about me and my case. I will never forget him and all the good he did for me. May he rest in peace. My condolences to his family. Billings,Mt
By dan moog on February 26th, 2010 at 16:27pm
we will all miss carl he was one of my relitves and i will greatly miss him always rip homie you will never be forgotten
By Roxanne Rogers on February 26th, 2010 at 12:37pm
Carl thought everyone should be represented to the absolute best of his ability! There's an empty spot in my heart now.
By Steven J. Azure on February 25th, 2010 at 16:16pm
My deepest condolences to the family and friends of Carl White,he has fought the good fight, he will be missed by many...may Creator guide and bless him on his journey home.
By Susan Gobbs on February 25th, 2010 at 14:16pm
Please be aware that Carl's loss will be felt far beyond Havre. His passion for justice was well known as well as his compassion for those that society did not treat kindly. He was respected by his peers in the legal community for his intelligence and the diligence in which he represented his clients.
Roxanne has shared many great stories about Carl and the whole family over the years and I know that he loved and was loved with great devotion. Please accept my condolences on his death.
Roxanne has shared many great stories about Carl and the whole family over the years and I know that he loved and was loved with great devotion. Please accept my condolences on his death.
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