BENTON, Ark.– The Benton community is remembering University of Arkansas band member and Benton High School graduate Jayce Schutte, who passed away over the weekend after a battle with leukemia.

Before he was marching with the Razorback band, Schutte was making an impression inside the classroom.

Fifth-grade teacher Faith Lamb said Jayce was “everyone’s friend,” describing him as a quiet student with a calm presence that made others feel at ease. She said he always had a clear vision of where he wanted to go and his determination allowed him to do so.

“I think the legacy he leaves is to follow your dreams,” Lamb said. “And one of his dreams was to play in the band at the University of Arkansas.”

His teachers remembered more than just the student Jayce was, but the light he brought into

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