On the one hand, Danny has suffered and lost so much. She had the equivalent of 10 shots of vodka in her blood stream and the equivalent of 1 shot of vodka still undigested in her stomach. "They were my life, Jackie said. The evidence overwhelmingly suggests this woman was a closet drinker who had everybody fooled. Question-there is no audio of her asking for pain relievers at the gas station. As panicked motorists swerved out of her way, she continued for almost two miles. Rasmussen-Ruetten, Sherri: (February 7, 1957 - February 24, 1986): Sherri Rae Rasmussen was just 29-year-old when she was brutally murdered in 1986. The crash killed the woman; her 2-year-old daughter, Erin; three . But was that true? As a professional in the counseling field, I agree. The lawsuit claims that before they died, Michael Bastardi, 81, and Guy Bastardi, 49, a father and son from Yonkers, suffered "terror, mental anguish . In the documentary the surveillance video shows her pulling up to a pump, getting out, walking straight inside & walking towards the back of the store, turning right around, asking the clerk a question then walking out and going straight to her car, getting in and leaving. But, why gel tabs? It was written by the wife of the son and brother of one of the deceased males but is done so in third person so that was a strange literary choice. Just strange. She takes Ambien and Vicodin. . Strange theories are floated by Dom Barbara, Daniel's flamboyant and crooked lawyer. The levels of THC in her system indicated she could have smoked marijuana as recently as 15 minutes before the crash. "He doesn't seem to remember right now," Ruskin said. I read this strictly to get more info on this tragic case. Ruskin said he has not asked Bryan what he remembers about the moments leading up to the crash. "He is a vivacious, lovable 5-year-old child," said Thomas Ruskin, a private investigator hired by the family to look into the accident. An eye opener for all. They may have been associated with this . The end of the book reveals Mike Bastardi's own theory about how Diane Schuler came to be driving drunk and stoned at 85 mph in the wrong direction. The young lone survivor of the horrific Taconic State Parkway crash has finally learned that his mother, baby sister and three cousins were all killed in the accident, according to a report. It ended there, nobody went further with the story, like did the house burn with her or what, anybody else burn in the house. Sometime after 1:30pm:Diane turns right from Pleasantville Road onto an exit ramp (headed in the wrong direction) for the Taconic Parkway. What went wrong with Aunt Diane? On the way home, Schuler drove nearly two miles in the wrong direction on the Taconic State Parkway with five children in her minivan at speeds as high as 85 miles per hour, according to eyewitnesses. He was the second oldest of 4 children. The quick movement in the morning getting everything ready to depart would cause the sugar level to drop more..at this point even drinking more alcohol (sugar) to raise your level could backfire and cause the symptoms of The brain not receiving enough glucose causes most of the symptoms of hypoglycaemia, which include: headache, migraine, confusion, nausea, sweating, faintness, and hypothermia. I do think she was an alcoholic. At the scene of the accident, they find what they refer to as an empty vodka bottle next to her. She might have been hungover with a bad headache. Now comes a lawsuit by the Estate of Diane Schuler against the State of New York that owns and maintains the highway, which will explore whether the State shares responsibility for this horrific crash with Ms. Schuler. Ive literally never been in a convenience store that didnt have any kind of pain reliever. I do remember reading that Erin, her 2 yr old daughter, was strapped into a car seat but none of the other kids were which they should have been due to their ages, except for maybe Emma who was 8 yrs old at the time. Four hours later, she sped down the Taconic State Parkway in Westchester County driving in the wrong direction. The way my dad and his brothers turned out in life, I dont doubt it for a minute, but yet the family story about Aunt C. was that her nightgown caught a spark and she blew up on fire. Amazon has encountered an error. The birth of Kasey Rose came after Jackie had been pushed to the brink of taking her own life due to the grief from the loss of their daughters, Emma, 8; Alyson, 7; and Katie, 5. 2:50. One of those items was a bottle of vodka, because adults bring vodka to camps when they go away for the weekend. They state she was staring straight ahead and driving with intent, the car accelerating to at least 85mph. Thats a long time for gas to be pumping even if the van was running on fumes. I have thought about this case in and off through the years. But shes still OK. Until she gets dry mouth and possibly scatterbrained because of the pot, and keeps drinking vodka, forgetting how much she is ingesting. Schuler had a blood-alcohol level of 0.19, more than twice the legal limit. Schuler's husband, Daniel Schuler, has repeatedly defended his wife, saying she was not a drinker and insisted that the toxicology report was wrong. I think she did have a personality disorder so whatever she was thinking that day made sense to her. St Charles, Michigan. Bryan Schuler, the sole survivor. Upon release of Diane Schuler's toxicology report both Diane's husband and her brother lawyer up and refuse to cooperate with the investigation in any meaningful way. I have three daughters of my own, and if they all died at once in a wreck, I don't think I could even communicate with anyone about anything. Neither is it objective or balanced and why should it be? So, while the case may be "Schuler v. Brother-in-law" it's really "Schuler v. I have known her for 20 years, Jackie said. Diane appeared to be acting in a way that suggested she was preparing for the accident. She left little bread crumbs indicating not a disoriented, chaotic scene where she dranka little too much alcohol and things went sideways. When Jackie Hance and her husband lost their three daughters in a two-car crash nearly four years ago, she felt she was too broken to be a mother again. Even if we did know it wouldn't bring any of the victims back but for the Bastardis at least the not knowing is a terrible affliction. Just wishing it was not true does not change anything. The 5-year-old boy who survived the accident is recovering from his injuries. ", She brings a heartbeat to this house again, Jackie said. This is a post regarding the 2009 Taconic State Parkway crash. It even offers a theory as to why in the aftermath of the crash despite there being three families claiming to want the truth, in the end only the Bastardis actually meant what they said. for more information visit taconictragedy.us. Shocking, I know. I agree with your theory 100%. And it would be reasonable to ask that Daniel Shueler not profit from the acts of his wife that day. Liked by Bryan J. Schuler Jackson Generation declared Commercial Operation on May 4, 2022! Here's a timeline of key moments in the horrific Taconic wrong-way tragedy on July 26, 2009, when Long Island mom Diane Schuler drove drunk and high southbound on the northbound . Was this, at least in part, a diversionary tactic Diane employed? I just wanted to be with the girls so bad that I got so emotional and so fixated on seeing them again, Jackie said. I didn't like the parts of the book where they discuss as a family the little boy who survived in an almost insulting and irreverent way. Turn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? This case was filed in Orange County Courts, Orange County Courthouse located in Orange, Florida. 7am: Diane wakes and begins getting her two children (Brian, 5 and Erin, 2) as well as her three nieces (Emma, 8, Alyson, 7, and Kate, 5) clothed and ready to get on the road, headed home. . I also find it strange that he doesnt stay with the family and follow them. I believe she drank and smoked pot with her husband on weekends and camping trips. The boy was the only person to survive the head-on crash that killed his mother, 2-year-old sister, three cousins, as well as three men in the oncoming car. Schuler's minivan eventually collided with an SUV, killing her and seven others, including her three nieces and her own daughter as well as Michael and Guy Bastardi and Daniel Longo, who were riding in the SUV. Diane Schuler, a 36-year-old . I think she always had one substance or another on board and this particular morning she woke up in an altered state. Even with kids there. Recovering from broken bones and severe head trauma, Bryan is back at his . Thomas Ruskin, whois investigating the the crash for Barbara, said that authorities have not interviewed Bryan yet. I believe Danny knows more than he has said. Hes a poor excuse for a human being. And, allowed Danny the same. Her husband Daniel Schuler and his lawyer Dominic Barbara have claimed that it was not illicit drugs and alcohol that caused Diane's behavior, but rather a medical condition and thetoothache-numbing agent Anbesol. However justice died with Diane. Not a stubborn, strong willed woman who is always on time. The insurance company then has a duty to defend the vehicle owner in litigation. She had to do all of the work and take care of the kids. Bryan of Wired Fitness is known for his . Did they quarrel? more than twice the legal limit of alcohol. To help support the foundation financially, Jackie has written a book, Ill See You Again, in which she writes about hope in the face of suffering and the spirit of her girls. Ive become re-invigorated in the case after hearing about an extremely rare disorder called Auto-Brewery Syndrome (please see links below for more info on this). What you may not know is that this version of the story comes from the perspective of the Bastardis - the oft forgotten family who suffered their own tragedy that day. She was practically a teetotaler, they claimed. Bryan Schuler, the only survivor of a fiery head-on collision between an SUV and a minivan on the Taconic State Parkway in July. "She did not drink. Hey fisher people, any action around the dam end of the Lake Cumberland? Again witnesses and video show her as sober and acting normally. And, good point. . Their divergent schedules likely allowed Diane to move in and out of the marriage, relationally, on a superficial level. We will never know the truth of this sad, senseless tragedy. Well done story. I also think the family did not know about her drinking or else they are really dumb, because if they knew she was a frequent drunk driver, they would have to be nuts to go to the lengths they did to prove her innocence.). 4 of the people killed were children and 3 others were injured. Dad gets up early and leaves with the dog. You really get a sense of the family's grief, particularly the son who lost his father and brother. The young family friend was single, a drunk, and an abject failure in life. Most men would. We know she self medicates, if you saw her prescriptions, Hydrocodone, Tylenol with codeine, ambien numerous prescriptions all habit forming for a tooth she wouldnt get fixed likely for drug seeking. They are two of the greatest people the world will ever have known. In Dianes case she always appeared normal and NOT drunk. In the smoldering vehicle and twisted metal scattered along the highway, lay the bodies of eight people. Diane's son survived the accident with several injuries and the passengers in the Tracker suffered minor injuries. 0:04. Other Autopsy Reports. A young man Ive known from his childhood committed suicide by car. . Phone: 712-243-5234. cbruck@atlanticiaschools.org. Jeanne Bastardi has written "The Taconic Tragedy A Son's Search for the Truth" based on the actual seven person homicide that took the lives of her husband's Father, Brother, and dearFriend. Her family, including Jackie said they never saw her drink or act drunk. And related to the last question, why does she turn left from the Sunoco when the route home is to the right? Officials say Schuler's wife, Diane, was drunk and high on marijuana when she drove the wrong . Maybe she was looking for more liquor to buy. One witness reports that the minivan began tailgating him and attempted, unsuccessfully, to pass him on the shoulder, before honking the horn repeatedly for 1 mile. Doesnt even notice cars screaming by her because her brain is only able to do that one task. Maybe they fought or he said something that greatly upset her. I agree that she had a personality disorder and was a closet drinker because they are very good at hiding their problems. Affordable Housing. Many thanks to my project team for all the hard work that was put into the past 3 I found the book impossible to put down, and although at present there does not seem to be an end to the story, I still found it very interesting and of course extremely sad. Maybe she found something out that was disturbing. I saw her walk in the store, take a quick look and ask a question and leave. As haunting and eerie as it is, I dont believe its a mystery. I read Jackie Hance's beautifully written memoire of her heartbreaking and unimaginable loss of her three little girls before I read this. Hi Karine, thanks so much for your thought-provoking comments! So I dont think that is what she was there for. I am curious about the specific detail of her requesting Tylenol gel tabs at the gas station. Here is my theory: Diane was a closet alcoholic. Oct 27, 2017. It's too bad no one has written a detailed account of this accident which to this day remains somewhat of a mystery as to how and why it happened. Daniel Schuler cries while his sister-in-law, Jay Schuler, speaks at a news conference in Garden City. He is of course shocked, horrified, and distraught upon the news and things go downhill from there. Who knows what happened. This article is total BS At this same time, the minivan passes through the Tappan Zee toll plaza. Does that make one way better or more right than the other? There were multiple opportunities in whichshe could have called it off, asked for help, given up. To keep the image alive with Danny meant not rocking the boat in their marriage, not bringing up grievances, and putting a perfect face out to the world. If you are looking for answers or some information not found elsewhere, this is not the book for you. I have three questions that I still havent found answer to: Were all the kids in the back or was one in the front seat? One error thoughethanol is a liquid, not a gas. Join Facebook to connect with Bryan Schuler and others you may know. A report by the medical examiner said Schuler, 36, had a blood alcohol level of 0.19, more than twice the legal limit of alcohol, and had also ingested a large quantity of THC, the active ingredient in marijuana. He parked his car on the side of the highway, and walked out in oncoming traffic. Find more info on AllPeople about Bryan Schuler and Wlns USA, as well as people who work for similar businesses nearby, colleagues for other branches, and more people with a similar name. Oct 15, 2017 Drew Hensley 0. sign me up! It makes perfect sense and, while I cant imagine taking out innocent people, I agree with the writer that it was a suicide mission. But by this point she was in fact DRUNK and making POOR decisions. She ordered an orange juice to go which is a perfect mixture for Vodka. The store clerk reports Diane appears normal but footage of the minivan leaving the gas station indicate some possible hastiness or aggression. http://jezebel.com/5405949/diane-schulers-story-is-one-of-isolation-denial-and-rage, http://thegenerationwhypodcast.com/diane-schuler-213-generation-why. Its when your body turns sugar to alcohol due to yeast in the gi tract. (unanswerable, I know). And what about her nieces? "Wrong way Mom Drunk and High". Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2018. I think what was really going on was that they were so much in grief and were just not able to come forward. The call drops, and Warren calls back, and talks to Diane for eight minutes. The accident turned even more tragic after authorities revealed that toxicology tests showed Bryan's mother was drunk and stoned as she drove against traffic. They report she is seen straddling lanes, honking her horn, and aggressively tailgating other cars. A Couple thoughts on Diane Schuler. The Journal News. She eventually pulls over and is seen by witnesses vomiting along the side of the road. Its a shame she couldnt unburden herself especially to her sis-in-law Jay who seems like a sweetheart of a human being. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Wonder how Danny Schuler is doing today? I hope someday this mystery gets untangled. By Fiona Roberts. At all times herein mentioned, plaintiff, DANIEL SCHULER, was a resident Bryan enjoyed Racing, Classic Cars, Snowmobiling, and Fishing. She woke up still drunk and shes a big girl her body would retain the alcohol longer as women do due to body fat. Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2013. Reviewed in the United States on July 5, 2013. Its also why a kid in the front seat matters to me. But the sole survivor of the accident on the Taconic State Parkway in New York is doing well and recovering from his injuries. I do have an opinion about driving while high and/or drunk when you have a van full of defenseless little children. With Jesse Temple, Brad Katinas, Diane Schuler, Jay Schuler. The Bastardi family comes off looking pretty callous in their opinions of Jackie. Sadly I agree she planned this she was way to organised not too.I believe she drank and used marijuana as a way of getting her courage up.When someone dies we remember the best Ive been through that and its not surprising her husband paints a perfect picture.I know this is years old now but it kind of haunts you.I think its unforgivable it was selfish to an extreme underneath all that so called great person was a really angry self centred one.I hope god can forgive I cannot. They were the reason I was put here, I believe, because they were really amazing girls.. Yes, something was wrong with Aunt Diane. The young lone survivor of the horrific Taconic State Parkway crash has finally learned that his mother, baby sister and three cousins were all killed in the accident, according to a report. The 3 men, Diane, and all of the children except Brian died on scene. Thank so much for this discussion. I've never written this long of a review but I had to get this off my chest. 142 Followers, 288 Following, 50 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Bryan Schuler (@bryanschuler) Hunters' responses to urine-based scent bans tackling chronic wasting disease. It even offers a theory as to why in the aftermath of the crash despite there being three families claiming to . It was caused by mother of two, Dianne Schuler who inexplicably drove her mini van for Jeanne Bastardi has written a sensitive account of the death of her father in law, brother in law and six other people in a sickening car crash on the Taconic Parkway, NY state, in 2009. It does seem that she was rushing around, like shes looking for something, but I think this is just a way of distracting the kids with stops so she can use a substances. This book is not only about the horrific acts of Diane Schuler and the suffering that she has caused so many people but also about the added pain caused by those who fabricated stories about her actions that day. In my day it was called depression. Warren's sister, Diane Schuler, was behind the wheel . Diane is seen on camera both at a McDonald's and a Sunoco with dark sunglasses on. The van followed him but headed toward the truck parking areas, before driving over a grassy area and into the car parking area. Written after viewing the notes her husband Michael was keeping, the book is based on his story detailing the drunken driving accident that drew worldwide attention. Shemay have purchased the orange juice at McDonalds as a mixer or chaser. 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