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Scott Standard Obituary
Why a blessed life came to such a tragic, undeserved departure is baffling to all who knew him.
Scott was born on February 15, 1964, in Beaufort, South Carolina, and was raised in Florida from the age of 8 months. He graduated from Crystal River High School in 1982. At 14, he quickly became an asset on his parent's 49-passenger deep sea fishing vessel, The Apollo. At 18, the youngest age possible, he earned his Charter Captain's license and began his lifelong tenure at the helm under his father Fred's loving guidance, sharing his love of life on the water with all he met. Not only did he fill the box with fish, but he filled everyone's day with laughter and new friendships. He was a man's man who loved his wife, children, family and friends unconditionally.
Scott was a lover of good music and great company and could dance up a storm (or maybe a hurricane with his style of dance). He had plans to restore an old Jeep with his son, Scotty, so they could go mudding together like "Back in the Day!" Whenever Scott's daughter Jossie entered the room, his eyes would light up with love and boundless pride. Scott had a creative side and could often be found crafting handmade lures and custom rods in his shed by the water.
He is survived by his devoted wife, Joellen Standard; two beloved children, Scott and Jocelyn Standard, of Ozello, Florida; mother and father, Barbara and Fred Standard of Crystal River, Florida; brother, Ric Standard of Crystal River, Florida; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins.
Scott is predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Mary Rita Rowland and Summer Carlton Rowland from Boston, MA; and paternal grandparents, Alma Nora Standard and Fred Thomas Standard from Glenville, GA.
Services will be held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, February 2, at Crystal River United Methodist Church, 4801 North Citrus Avenue, Crystal River, FL, 34428. All Scott's friends are welcome to join us as we honor his life and memory. Reverend Alan Jefferson and Pastor David Gill will officiate.
Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Strickland Funeral Home & Crematory, 1901 S.E. US Highway 19, Crystal River, Florida. In respect of Scott's wishes, his ashes will be scattered by his loved ones into the sea breezes somewhere in the Gulf of Mexico, his never-ending stomping ground.
Contributions in memory of Scott can be made to Hospice of Citrus County, P.O. Box 641270, Beverly Hills, Florida, in support of the grief counseling services they offer children who have lost a loved one.
Scott Standard's anchor may no longer link him to this world, but we have faith his course is set for sweeter waters.
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Memories and Condolences
for Scott Standard
Dana Davis
January 22, 2022
Man I can't believe your gone. Your legacy lives on in CR. I miss that smile you always had. Your children have grown up and made great for themselves and Joellen misses you so much. Just not the same in this Lil fishing town no more. Miss you cuzo. . RIP Rod father.
Dana Davis
January 22, 2021
Can't believe it's been this long. You sure have been missed. Your children are so grown and look so much like you. There beautiful. Joellen hasn't been able to be the same since you've been gone. She loved you so much and feels so empty. You were her Best friend and husband. She has fought for peace since you've been gone. Sure miss that smile. Gone but never forgotten. Love you cuz. RIP Scott. ❤
January 22, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.,ALLEN & SUE COCHRAN
October 27, 2012
Miss my buddy.
Jason Diss
January 23, 2012
It's hard to believe it's been almost a year... I'm home now & will be out there soon looking for the big ones, and I know you will be there too... You will never be forgotten & always missed my friend.
JoAnn McCarty
January 21, 2012
Scott, sound the horn as you pass the lighthouse..."Baitman" will meet you...
art cannon
January 5, 2012
Been almost a year my good friend, hard to believe.
Art
Henry Renes
January 1, 2012
I will always and forever remember you.Peace, Happiness and by the way Happy New Year! to you and your beautiful wife.
December 29, 2011
To Scott and his Family, There is not a day that goes by that you are not thought about, Scott is truly missed by many and he will never be forgotten. We love you all and hope you will have peace in your life. Renee Bell, Crystal River,Fl (Ozello)
Joe Townsend
December 22, 2011
I miss you Bro I will never forget you, I will never forget all the great times we had and getting off the plane and seeing you there. Your Bud Joe
Henry Renes
December 21, 2011
Will forever be missed.
Ricky Renes
December 21, 2011
I miss you buddy. I will always remember those great times at the tikki and all the Dolphins games and cookouts. Things should not be this way.
mark Wells
December 20, 2011
This world is not fair they say only the good die. Young & Scott was way 2 young. No family should have 2 go though this. My prayers will allways go out 2 his family & those poor kids. My God what's this world coming to. God bless us all
Ann Marie fails
July 11, 2011
I just heard about Scott from another friend. We all use to go fishing on the Apollo. Sorry to hear what happened. My prayers go out to his family.
Ann Marie Horan-Fails, Gainesville, Fl
Glenda Pressley
May 30, 2011
My deepest sympathy and condolences goes out to the Standard family and the other friends. I just heard the news and I am so saddened by this. Scott, you are truly missed but never forgotten. I love you and your family…I will be out to fish with your spirit soon.
greg kersting
April 7, 2011
Just would like to say scott always treated us with such kindness out on the apollo and on the rodfather fishing charters we went 12 years in a row when you spend all day with someone you can tell what their like. always admired scott's love for the gulf and vast knowledge fishing and the waters i still think about it everyday.scott will be truley missed. greg, the guy with the rum cigars i always gave to scott and che
George Conquest
April 7, 2011
How is the fishing in Heaven, Scott? I will be making another charter with you when I get there. I think of you and Jo often.
John Simpers
April 7, 2011
He will live in everyones heart forever
February 26, 2011
Joellen,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family.
Scott may you rest in peace and thank you for the great fishing experiences.
From: Darren "DJ" and family (NYC)
JoAnn & Tom McCarty
February 12, 2011
....forever in our hearts.
Connie Diss-Harbarger
February 12, 2011
So sorry you lost your friend. My prayers go out to you and your family
ruth brannen
February 9, 2011
scott will miss your smile..all so much!!! and your words of wisdom as we tried to catch that elusive big grouper. may you be catching all the fish you want on never ending seas.
Re'nee, Carlton & Brooke Bell
February 9, 2011
To The Standard Family,
May you all take comfort knowing an Angel is watching over each and everyone one of you. Always remember and cherish the wonderful memories, as it will give you strength. We will truly miss Scott, he was a wonderful person and friend.To know him was an honor. RIP Scott
February 9, 2011
To The Standard Family,
May you all take comfort in knowing an Angel is watching over all of you.And always remember and cherish the memories as it will give you strength. We will truely miss Scott, he was a wonderful person and friend.Our thoughts and prayers are with you now and always. Love you all.
Renee, Carlton & Brooke Bell Crystal River, Florida
Barbara Hohl
February 9, 2011
R.I.P. Scott. Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. We will be praying for your family.
Keith & Susan Martinelli
February 9, 2011
We Love you Scott and will continue to love and remember your beautiful smile and wonderful character. Save a place on the bow for us to navigate the waters together. Rest in peace our dear friend. Love Keith & Susan Martinelli
George Conquest
February 9, 2011
I will miss you Scott. The Lord seems to take the good ones but I guess He needed you more than us.
George & Janet Johnson
February 9, 2011
Will be praying for the family. So sorry for your loss.
Tara & Shane Borgus
February 9, 2011
RIP Scott-no words can express the imprint you made on everyones heart that you came across. You always had such a great spirit about you and I know that spirit will continue to live on in all those who loved you...you will be missed.
Susan Mire
February 9, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes out to you. We are so very sorry for your loss. You are always in our prayers. Susan, Alan and Shelby Mire
Kristen Halvorsen Hamilton
February 9, 2011
Joellen - Thinking back on it now, I realize I only ever met Scott a handful of times over the years you were together. But he was always the same person - gregarious, confident, warm. Whether it was on the boat or at your parents' anniversary party, he always exuded a love for life, for you, and for your children. When I read Brody the Percy Jackson books, I realized that it was Scott's image I had in my mind whenever the author mentioned Poseidon, god of the seas. He will be missed and fondly remembered, and my heart is with you all.
Tony Brigman
February 9, 2011
Love ya Scott,you was always like a brother to me,and you will be sorely missed forever!
Maryalice Cregg
February 9, 2011
I will be seeing him in the Gulf waters, the wind, the sky, the clouds, sunrises and sunsets, even the rain and rainbows; he will always be with us.
Kelliann Hall
February 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and you family. I wish I would of got to know you and your family better, but what I do know you all are great people and scott will be very much missed. Bless you and your family in the days and years to come. RIP Scott
Mary Iannelli
February 9, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss! In reading all of these messages you are blessed to have so many wonderful friends that are there for support for you and your family. You are in my thoughts and prayers!
Debbie Burgess
February 9, 2011
All our Love and Prayers go out to the whole Standard family.
Jackie Russo
February 9, 2011
Words cannot express the deep sympathy we have about the loss of Scott. He always made people smile when he was around. I remember many funny jokes etc. on the Apollo and around Fred and Barb's house. May God accompany all of you as you learn to deal with his passing. We love you very, very much!
Freddy Bunts
February 9, 2011
Rest in peace SCOTT, we shared some good time's the memorie's I had of us & the gang will be in my thought's forever!! You'll be greatly mist:
February 9, 2011
Please accept my heartfelt sympathies. My thoughts are with you during this difficult time. Scott was a great source of inspiration to us all. Colleen Goering Lagoueyte (CRHS 1982)
Good times, RIP, xo
J. Desmond
February 9, 2011
May God keep you during this time of grief...he knows what you need, be strong and live on in his memory...xo
Ahhh, good times! RIP, xo
J. Desmond
February 9, 2011
February 9, 2011
I wish I had ANY good words!!!! We are so angry...sooo sad...so disappointed....we miss our friend and grieve for Joellen and the kids!!!! See you on the flip side Scott!!!
February 9, 2011
im still in shock over this tragedy,but he will always be remembered by all of his friends and family
Lonnie & Shirley Lynch
February 3, 2011
We love you all and hope that you find peace after this tragedy. All anyone can hope for at this time is that justice will prevail and we all know that God will administer his justice in the end. Even now, after the funeral, we find it hard to come to terms with Scott's passing. I don't think we will ever find the same joy in coming down to our place in Ozello again. If there is ever anything you guys need, you have only to call and we will be there to help out.
February 3, 2011
My deepest sympathy goes out to Scott's family. We shared some good times and he'll always be remembered.
Tom O'Brien (CRHS 1982)
Billy, Christy, Miller, Lil Billy, & Ryleigh Henderson
February 2, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
cassidy,lorri & tony layton
February 2, 2011
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Robert Morrison
February 2, 2011
Rest in peace Scott,we miss you.
peter webber
February 1, 2011
our prayers goes to his widow and his two lovely children that god will heal there sorrow and bring joy into there life and that the holy spirit will fufill your life .
Ann Marie Julio
February 1, 2011
Words are hard to find to express how deeply hurt Scott's family must be. It is unbelievably hard to comprehend such a senseless act that took the life an extremely talented fisherman, father, brother, son, husband and friend to so many.
I will forever treasure the sweet memory of catching my first ever grouper...... with Scott's help!!!
Rest in Peace, Dear Scott,
Sara Bill Grasso
February 1, 2011
Our prayers go out to the whole family. It was a needless Tragedy we lost a good friend and fishing buddy. We have known
Fred and Barb for 30years and got to know
JoEllen.It is sad we didn't have the last fishing and diner date that had been planned.If Fred or Barb or JoEllen need anything please call Bill and Sara of weekie wachee .May God bless you all.
Sara Grasso
February 1, 2011
Our prayers go out to the whole family. It was a needless tragedy. Just can't believe it still. We lost a good friend and fishing buddy. We have known Fred and Barb for thirty years and got to know
JoEllen. They are great friends. It is sad we didn't have the last fishing and dinner date that had been planned. If Fred and Barb or JoEllen need anything please call Bill and Sara
Grasso from Weekie Wachee Florida May God Bless you all.
Earnie Olsen
February 1, 2011
My prayers are going out to the entire Standard family. I fondly remember my first trip on the Apollo with my Dad way back in 1979. Scott was there, helping me catch grunts, sea bass, and my first grouper with a big smile on his face. He will be missed. I know he's catching nothing but keepers up in heaven.
Traci R
February 1, 2011
Rest in Peace Scott.
Linda Stoldt
February 1, 2011
So sorry you lost your friend. Our prayers go out to you and your family
Kathy Holland
January 31, 2011
My hearts breaks for the Standard family, u lost a wonderful son, brother, husband, father & friend...My thoughts & prayers are with all of you at this time & i pray God gives you the strenght u need right now in this time of your life,,,it will be hard but remember the wonderful times u guys had together..even some of those good pics of him holding the fish...lol...if u need anything, please call...
April Albury-Gensler
January 31, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss, I pray for peace for your hearts, know that he is in a better place and an angel watching over you.
January 31, 2011
January 31, 2011
I am still in disbelief! I will miss
you. My prayers to the entire family.
January 31, 2011
We've been neighbors with the "Apollo Family" since Scott and our boys were adolescents. Scott always greeted us when driving by, and never hesitated to jump right out of his truck and find a way to lend a hand when he saw us in a big outdoor project (over our heads without our grown boys). Fred, John has a great recent "Scott story" to share with you. Next time you're bicycling by, let's chat! Our love and prayers continue... the Pollard Family
Debbie Harris
January 31, 2011
In the evenings, as the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico, always think of Scott and his love for fishing in those waters. He leaves behind a lot of good memories and his infectious smile. My thoughts and prayers go out to JoEllen and the children.
myra branch
January 31, 2011
Dear Barb and Fred, We were so sorry to read about Scott. Please know we are thinking and praying for strength for your precious family.
Bless that sweet Jossie and Scotty. Give our love to Joellen and Ric. Love and sympathy to our sweet friends.Hugh and Myra Branch-Forest City NC
Scott Peedle
January 31, 2011
Our loving thoughts and prayers go out to the Standard family. Words can't express how much he will be missed. The Standards brought the "Michigan boys" into their home and hearts like we were part of the family. Man are we going to miss you, brother.
Chon & Michelle Casey
January 31, 2011
The angels are always near to those who are grieving, to whisper to them that their loved ones are safe in the hand of God.
God Bless You and Comfort You. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We are so sorry for your loss.
Claudia Cardinali ~ Ferguson
January 31, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with The Family of Scott Standerd. Scott will be missed very much by all <3 My God Bless each and everyone of you at this time <3
Mike and Denise Carpenter
January 31, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the
Standard family.
Wyatt
January 31, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. No amount of words can take away from your pain but just know that you are loved and cared for.
Loretta Basak
January 31, 2011
On the Day Your Son Took Leave of This Earth,
Somewhere a Flower Bloomed, The Sky was Clear,
The Sun was Warm, and the Moon Shone Full & Bright
The Wind was Swift and When it Moved over the Water...
It Whispered Scott's Name.
Loretta Basak & Pat Jackson - We hold you in our prayers..
Mary Waddington
January 31, 2011
We send our love and prayer to all of the family. May God keep you in his care and comfort your hearts during this trying time.
God Bless
Harold and Mary Waddington
(Angels mom)
Robin and Angil Knighten
January 31, 2011
our prayers are with the Standard family..God bless you
As the sun sets on a life well lived, we will always remember the light it left behind.
Tomi English-Smith
January 31, 2011
Juanito Taboada
January 31, 2011
It was a great shock to us when we heard of Scott,s tragic demise.
We come to know Scott and his dear parents Fred and Barbara thirty some years ago when we settled here in Crystal River. Our love of boating and fishing drew us close to the Standard's. They are a true and sincere friends. Scott has a unique personality in the ease of acquiring new friends. His love of the sea is surpassed only to his outmost devotion to his family. Scott is a very good friend
Kathy Merritt
January 30, 2011
My sorrow goes out to the standard family.I have been in aw since the tragedy happened.I have know the standards thru our 4H family for many years.There is no sense to this tragedy.I hope Jo Ellen and the kids can get thru this.If theres anything you ever need JoEllen please call me Im here for you.302-8571 Scott is in heaven looking down wanting you to celebrate is life not his loss. Kathy Merritt and girls
January 30, 2011
All I can say Is God Bless ! May Capt.Scott have Fair Winds and Tight lines. Capt.Skip Warren
Margie Hanson
January 30, 2011
My prayers go out to the Standard family. May today and always bring you strength, comfort and peace. May God be with the family.
Cecillia Tyson
January 30, 2011
My Prayers goes out to the Standard family may God Bless and keep each of u,.. Cecillia Tyson and Family, Crystal River, Fl
Susan Cregg
January 30, 2011
There does not seem to be a single word or sentence that I can think to say that will comfort you and your family during this time. The loss of Scott has affected so many. He could light up a room with his smile and was a friend to everyone he met. He will be missed, but never forgotten.
January 30, 2011
Dear Standard Family,
We moved to Crystal River in 77-78 and got to know your wonderful family as neighbors,friends and through our children. Scott was a very kind, handome young man who always had a beautiful smile for everyone and was always so polite whenever we saw him. Our hearts break for your great loss. Thank God you will always have those great memories of that special "Young Man of the Sea" who was so well liked by all who really knew him. May God help all of you through this difficult time. Hugs and prayers for all of you,
Dick and Claire Laxton & family
Dale & Darleen Spence
January 30, 2011
our thoughts and prayers are with the
Standard family. I new the Standard family very well and was so sorry to hear
of Scotts passing.
April (Pick) McClain
January 30, 2011
To my family in Crystal River, I am so deeply saddened by the news of my cousin's passing. I have such fond memories of Scotty and all of us cousin's that hung together. From the time ya'll lived in Ft. Lauderdale to when we all hung out at granny's - there will always be a special place in my heart for Scotty. I will go on living until we can laugh together again Scotty! I love you and will miss you! To Uncle Waldon and Aunt Barbara, you are in my thoughts and prayers - I love you so much!
January 30, 2011
"I only knew Scott a short time, but fishing with him and getting to know him was a priviledge. His death was a tradgedy and a tremendous loss to anybody that knew him. God Bless Scott, Joellen and his family."...Ray Jarzyna (Hernando, FL)
Starla Hayes
January 30, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Scott's family and close friends. May all the good memories and love carry you through this difficult time.
Laura Maynard-Carter
January 30, 2011
I was very forchanet to have known Scott in school. And have always thought the world of him and his family. One of my best memories was going on the Apollo for our Graduation party. Scott was truly a great person and will be missed by all. My thoughts and prayer's are with his family during their time of sorrow.
Ken & Sylvia Vogel
January 29, 2011
Scott's death has been a shock to us. We have known him and his family for some 30 years. Our prayers go out to the family.
Sara (Tucker) Ledsome
January 29, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Standard family. I had the privelige of knowing Scott in high school. He was a "True" guy friend. Many fond memories, he will be deeply missed. My deepest sympathies to his family.
Cousin Eddie,Cindie Panico
January 29, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mark and Michelle Ryder
January 29, 2011
It is these difficult times in life when we truly discover how strong we can be. Scott touched so many people in his lifetime . He will be missed by many people. Our love and blessings go out to you and your family.
Julie (Lauer) Ellison
January 29, 2011
To the Standard Family...My deepest sympathies on Scott's death. I have fond memories of your family and many trips on the Apollo, my last trip was in 1987. Scott was an energetic thoughtful person who could always make everyone laugh or at least not take themselves so seriously...and it is true he really loved the sea. I know things won't be the same without him but consider that your life was truly blessed by having Scott in it.
With deepest sympathy...
Diane&Bill Henderson
January 29, 2011
Our prayers are with you & your family.May Scotts love for his family keep his light forever burning in yous hearts.
David Alvarez
January 29, 2011
Words cant describe the loss of a friend who meant so much to me. May God bless and keep the family in this most difficult time. I will always cherish our time together growing up,we had some good times riding motocycles and as we got older it was 4wheeldrive trucks. I remember all the times we spent on the Apollo fishing. He will be greatly missed but never forgotten. As he wrote in my Yearbook "Buddys Forever"
Sheila Vivi
January 28, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Joellen and the children. Scott will be missed forever just keep in your mind all of the good times for these will carry everyone through the days, weeks, months and years to come. He will never be forgotten because of the person he was and a friend to so many.
jeff hupp
January 28, 2011
My name is jeff hupp been friends with scott for about 30 yrs ,what a loss of a great man ,friend ..weve had alot of good times fishing. One night we even blew up 3 boat motors...trying to cathch the big one !!JO if you need anything thing at all my family is here for you...SCOTT I WILL MISS YOU FISHING BUDDY ....Jeff Hupp AND Family
Carolyn Funk
January 28, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with the Standard family as they mourn the loss of their beloved son, brother, husband and father. He will be missed dearly. Rest in Peace Scott.
Patricia Innes
January 28, 2011
May God Bless your family at this very difficult time in your lives. I have known Scott since we were knee high to a grasshopper. All through school in Crystal River. He was a wonderful person. I know he will be sorely missed.
May God keep and hold all of you close.
This was such a senseless thing to happen.
Patricia (Davis) Innes, Lakeland, Ga.
JODY SCHNEIDER
January 28, 2011
TO THE STANDARD FAMILY THERS JUST NOT ENOUGH WORDS TO EXPRESS THE VOID IN SO MANY PEOPLES HEART, PLEASE HAVE COMFORT IN KNOWING HE WAS ONE OF A KIND AND NO FINER MAN ON THIS EARTH WE WILL MISS HIM THE ONLY MAN WHO COULD TELL A SOUTHERN GIRL SHE DIDNT NEED A CANE POLE ON HIS FISHING BOAT LOVE FOREVER SCOTT WE WILL REMEMBER YOU ALWAYS JODY AND JOHN SCHNEIDER AND FAMILY
BIG JOHN SCHNEIDER
January 28, 2011
TO THE FAMILY OF SCOTT THERE IS NOT ENOUGH WORDS TO EXPRESS OUR HEARTFELT SORROW BUT JUST KNOW HE WAS ONE HELL OF A FRIEND AND GOOD BUDDY I LOVE YOU SCOTT CAPTAIN CONCRETE TO CAPTAIN SCOTT TWO PARTING FOOLS LOVE YA BUDDY SAVE A PLACE FOR ME ON THE BEACHES OF HEAVEN BROTHER MAN BIG JOHN AND JODY SCHNEIDER
Cathe C
January 28, 2011
Scott definitely made the El Camino a very cool car back in the day! Everything about him was optimistic and accepting. Scott never took stock in what others thought or said - it was only about his friendship with you. I'm thankful for the laughs and the best memories I shared with both him and Danny!
Cathe C
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