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Fundraiser to offset funeral costs for Rock Falls man Jayce Wyatt Standard was killed in Dec. 1 car crash By KATHLEEN A. SCHULTZ kschultz@shawmedia.com
A fundraiser is being held to help pay the funeral expenses of a Rock Falls man killed Wednesday, Dec. 1, in a two-car collision on Sterling’s west end. Jayce Wyatt Standard, 27, of Rock Falls, formerly known as Jennifer Standard, died of injuries suffered in the crash.
His brother, Jeremy Standard, has established a GoFundMe account at https://tinyurl. com/dr33r288. “Jayce was a wonderful son, brother, uncle, cousin and friend to Jayce Wyatt s o m a n y p e o p l e Standard throughout his hometown and the transgender community,” Jeremy wrote. “He touched the lives of everyone around him.
“Jayce dedicated his life to helping others in any way that he could. He accomplished so many goals, including earning his GED and continuing on to Sauk Valley Community College, where he was enrolled to start his dream of becoming a counselor.” Among others, Jayce is survived by his partner, Summer Startt; his father, Larry Standard, his mother, Nancy Standard, his brothers Jeremy, Justin and Anthony Standard and Patrick Whitmore, and his sister, Destiny Dugger. Visitation and a brief service was at 7
Holidays with the Symphony concert Dec. 11 in Clinton The Clinton Symphony Orchestra’s annual Holidays with the Symphony concert is back this year. It is set for 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 11, in Vernon Cook Theater at Clinton High School. Conductor Brian Dollinger has chosen the festive Polonaise from Russian composer Rimsky-Korsakov’s “Christmas Eve Suite” to open the program. Other music includes selections from Tchaikovsky’s “Nutcracker Suite,” Corelli’s “Christmas Concerto,” the overture to the opera “Hansel and Gretel” and several seasonal pieces by Leroy Anderson, including his popular “Sleigh Ride.” Muscatine native Bruce Chase has compiled a group of carols from seven coun-
tries that will be featured in the concert, and the audience will be invited to join in carol singing to close the concert. “It’s great to be back after having to cancel last year’s events,” said Robert Whipple, the executive director. “It’s our third concert of this season and our audiences have been enthusiastic in welcoming us back.” The orchestra is in its 68th concert season. Tickets are available at the door. Adult admission is $20. All students are admitted free. A student may bring an accompanying adult for half-price. Cash, check and credit cards are accepted at the door. The Clinton Symphony Orchestra is a nonprofit arts organization and operates on
ticket revenue, individual and commercial contributions, grants from foundations and civic organizations and bequests. The orchestra includes about 50 area musicians. Other events will include a concert of chamber music on Jan. 16, a family concert on Feb. 19 and the indoor finale of the season on April 30. A free outdoor pops concert will be offered June 5. Information is available on the symphony’s website at www.clintonsymphony.org. Because of ongoing construction projects at Clinton High School, parking is in the lot on the north side of Eighth Avenue South and entrance to the theater is through door A2 to the left of the school’s main entrance.
Wild Winter Wednesday at Windmill Cultural Center program features Wide River Winery The Volunteer Educators at the Windmill Cultural Center in Fulton invite the public to attend the Wild Winter Wednesday program at 9 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 15. There will be coffee, tea, mill treats and a program featuring Wide River Winery of Clinton. Dorothy O’Brien began growing grapes and making wine for her family in 1997. Her family helped the winery grow, with her daughter Liz Quinn and sisters Mar-
tha and Ceil O’Brien focusing on sales, marketing and the business side of the winery. Inspiration for many of the wine names comes from the family’s law heritage. Dorothy is an employment law attorney and her husband, Charlie Pelton, is a retired Clinton County judge. Other lawyers in the family have contributed to the never-ending quest for top quality wine. Thanks to many visitors and loyal wine drinkers,
sales and production have reached 85,000 bottles a year. The winery has tasting rooms in Clinton, LeClaire and Davenport, Iowa. WWW@WCC programs are held at 9 a.m. Wednesdays from December through March. Programs are free and open to the public. For information, visit the Windmill Cultural Center Facebook page or call 815-589-3671. The building is at 111 10th Ave.
p.m. Monday at McDonald Funeral Home in Rock Falls, Condolences can be posted at www.mcdonaldfuneralhomes. com, where the complete obituary can be found. The crash happened about 9:10 a.m. at the intersection of East Lincolnway and Emerson Road, Whiteside County Sheriff John Booker said. Christopher D. Link, 19, of Lyndon was eastbound when his car crossed the centerline and struck the westbound car driven by Standard. Link was cited for improper lane use; the investigation continues, Booker said.
POLICE REPORTS Fulton police
Nov. 19 Ryan S. Lindstrom of Fulton was arrested for improper lane use, failure to reduce speed to avoid an accident and reckless driving. He was released with a notice to appear. Nov. 21 Spencer J. Smith of Clinton, Iowa, was arrested on a Whiteside County warrant. He was taken to the Whiteside County Jail. Nov. 22 Jeanne L. Dettner of Fulton was arrested for driving while license is revoked and operating a motor vehicle with a suspended registration in the 800 block of Ninth Street. She was released with a notice to appear. Lane R. Brewster of Fulton was arrested on a Whiteside County warrant and driving while license is suspended. He was taken to the Whiteside County Jail. Nov. 23 Riler C. Baker of Camanche, Iowa, was cited for no valid registration at 14th Avenue and Route 84. He was released with a promise to comply.
released with a promise to comply. Dec. 2 Jacob T. Meiners of Fulton was arrested for driving while license is suspended, operating an uninsured vehicle and speeding at Route 84 and 10th Avenue. He was released after posting bond.
Morrison police
Arrests On Nov. 30, Morrison police arrested and charged Shane A. Gaffey, 47, of Morrison with criminal damage to property (Class 4 felony). The arrest is the result of an incident that occurred Nov. 10 at 631 E. Lincolnway, Morrison. Gaffey was taken to the Whiteside County Jail. Citations Nov. 23 Kathryn J. Lipka, 25, Sterling, speeding Nov. 24 Katherine T. Reul, 31, Dixon, expired registration Dec. 1 Male Juvenile, 16, Morrison, no valid registration
Nov. 30 Zoran Kalajdzic of Buffalo Grove was cited for speeding in the 300 block of 14th Avenue. He was released with a promise to comply.
Dec. 2 Isabelle L. Ramirez, 26, Morrison, chickens prohibited Pierre N. Potvin, 66, Morrison, speeding Dylan M. Alcala, 18, Morrison, speeding
Dec. 1 Cristian Seryin-Larious of Cicero was cited for speeding in the 100 block of 14th Avenue. He was
Individuals in the police report have been accused of a charge. They are presumed innocent until proved guilty.
