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As a multidimensional artist, Carle's work wasn't limited to children's books. He dabbled in many different art mediums, including painting, sculpting, theater and even furniture design.

Carle was an artist until the very end, working up until death, according to his family.

Carle is survived by two children from his first marriage, Rolf Carle and Cirsten Carle, his sister Christa Bareis, and his sister-in-law Rita Wiseman.

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