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PHOTO GALLERY: 50th Public Service Awards

Jaycees host ceremony to honor individuals who make an impact in our community.

The Crystal Lake Jaycees hosted the 50th Annual Public Service Awards on Oct. 3 at the Dole Mansion to honor extraordinary individuals in the community.

The ceremony celebrated residents who put their care, time and effort into helping the community through education, public and community service, and youth leadership. The honorees are chosen from nominations received from the public.

The winners were:

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Community Service Award: Jacqueline Piggott and Chip Whitman

Outstanding Youth Leadership Award: Lauren Kaminsky

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Outstanding Educator: Marni Eschman

JCYAA Award: Gianna Ventrella

Distinguished Service Award: Emily Smith

Lifetime Acheivement Award was presented to the wife and mother of Staff Sargent Christopher Antonik, who gave his life in combat while saving the life of another soldier.

The Master of the Ceremony was Crystal Lake Mayor Aaron Shepley and the Guest Speaker was Chamber of Commerce President Gary Reece. 

The judges were: Major Anne Brophy, Rosemary Kurtz, Randy Moan, Donna Kurtz and Joanna Colletti.

The honorees were: Chris Antonik, Paul Dunteman, Marni Eschman, Lauren Kaminsky, Juile Mayer, Jackie Piggott, Emily Smith, Matthew Turk, Gianna Ventrella and Chip Whitman. Randy Moan gave a toast to the honorees.

This event was sponsored by Centegra, McHenry Specialties, Benoy Motors, Analysts in Motion, Home State Bank, John and Linda Coonen, Rosati's, LifeSource, Randy, Karin, Chelsea Moan, Keep in Touch Massage Studio, Minuteman Press, Black Diamond Plumbing, La Petit Marche, DMP/David Michael Productions and Wolschlager Chiropractic.

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