Help Center Contributor Zone Polls. From all the various testimonials about her (like her friends that she cut off because apparently they didn't like Danny), you just see that that woman was a loving mom, but also full of so much rage. Blog; How To; Help; The Marketplace . Yeah it's rather amazing people kept wanting to believe ANYTHING happened other that the obvious. Copyright 2022 Office of Governor, State of North Dakota Please click here to register for free. The kids clothes were ironed. Noreen stated, She was not only on time, the kids were dressed impeccably. It did show a blood alcohol level of 0.19 and high levels of thc from smoking weed up to 15 minutes before she died. Diane seemed to have a lot of hidden anger/resentment also. I'm watching this now (for the 4th or 5th time) -- where do you see that she was "full of rage? I agree with most of your points except that I don't think the goal of the documentary filmmakers was to find a medical reason for what she did. An official website of the State of North Dakota. No, they're all still dead, as far as we know. She's going really fast because she just wants to get home and go to bed. On Monday afternoon, the governor appointed Deputy Commissioner Shawn Kessel as Schuler's interim successor until the position is permanently filled. Hollywood Life, Latest Hollywood Celebrity & Entertainment News. The book by the mother who lost the three girls was very softball. She made twice his salary. (Not making sure his 2 year old daughter had a car seat?). Or someone who left the dreadfully tacky long island years ago but still knows the goings-on at home? Jay-joan Majewski-Schuler is on Facebook. This becomes a man you can't hate enough. [quote]The McDonalds employees and the camp ground owner also swear that Diane wasnt drunk when they saw and interacted with them that morning. We are grateful to Jay for the positive work he has done on behalf of Commerce, especially his work with the entrepreneur community, his hiring of key leaders and his important work with intermodal container transportation and intellectual property. R5, she didn't take Ambien, she drank a quart of vodka and smoked weed. ", Part of the reason the Bastardis are so angry with Schuler is that he won't own up to his wife's guilt. This is due to various witness reports such as: s.19: The vehicle was staying perfectly in the lane, s.24: She stated that the driver was not swerving, s.38: He stated that the minivan made no effort to avoid striking the other vehicles., s.43: She stated that the vehicle was driving straight and not swerving., s.45: She further stated that the driver of the minivan made no attempt to avoid a collision. He loved Diane. It was in her blood and there was still 6 (was it ounces or quarts?) Burgum, Schuler said. Schuler, a manager in Cablevisions accounting department, would suck down screwdrivers at a Long Island saloon, where she was a regular the past few years and usually came by herself, her pal said, adding: I wouldnt say she was an alcoholic, but she liked her drinks. I think R21 nailed it. In my late teen years there was also some situations that I would just as soon forget. Diane Schuler's friends also portray her as keeping her feelings especially negative ones to herself. The Tribune obtained Schuler's email and attachment in open records requests. Daniel lost a daughter and a wife that day. Everything had to be planned, preciseshe was a powerful woman, very much in charge of everything at work, at home, in the car, in the friendship. Rather than a role Diane resented, its more likely that this was exactly the role within the household she wanted and actively pursued as, in Christines words, She was fine so long as she was in charge of everything. She desired full control in her career, home, and parenting, and its doubtful Daniel could have objected, as friend Noreen summarised, Danny did it her way, and that was the best way.. This was very close to the actual incident timewise, so much of what we know now hadn't come out yet. [quote] Her husband, brother and sister-in-law all know she's impaired but figure it's something she always does so she'll manage. Little crosses and flowers are in the medians where the two cars ended up. Columbia School of Journalism. She signed herself up at the childrens school for chaperoning trips and participating in party donations, as described by her friend Noreen, She chaperones for school trips. People I know have lived their whole lives like this, lives of silent, absolute denial that anything is wrong (as the sole strategy to deal with some being very wrong). Her hands are on the wheel in the 2:00 and 10:00 position. I wonder if he's found another woman stupid enough to marry him? How does a person go from being like a sister to me -- adored by my girls and cherished by my husband -- to being the one who ruined our lives?". There is no indication that her marriage was suffering, or that she was discontented with life. The majority of us strive to be good human beings and help our fellow man. Recognized as a teacher and mentor to new businesses, Schuler was selected to be the first Lynn Holaday Entrepreneur-in-Residence at the University of North Dakota Center for Innovation in November 2012. He is a founding investor in Giant Sunflower Seeds, the largest sunflower confection retailer in the Upper Midwest, and Richland IFC, a dominant supplier of organic blue corn. Thanks, R21. The couple was married at the Parkway Baptist Church in Trinity, AL, with Charli's dad, Dolton Robertson II, and Jay's as well, Deron Shuler, officiating. Thank you, Janice Min. He'd snuck down there for a few days with the immediate family, though he'd called to reassure his dad: "I'm coming with you in August," for the. Public support turned to vitriol, and Daniel was left in a position of having to defend every corner of his life. It should also be noted that this statement was relayed by Jay Schuler, and we have no idea of the context or the situation it was said within. Five years after a violent wrong-way collision on the Taconic State Parkway killed eight people including four young children a flurry of civil lawsuits stemming from the crash have been dropped or quietly settled, with the terms sealed by a state judge. There was no time for him to process the magnitude of that loss before it was announced that the deaths were due to Dianes intoxication. I think it started to sink in to Jay Schuler toward the end, when the investigator hired by Dominic Barbara (sic?) Jay Schuler was appointed by Gov. If someone had said, "Diane, you're too drunk to drive," someone else would have had to drive a vanload of children. In the event of a disagreement or discrepancy between the translation and the original English version of this web site or any notice or disclaimer, the original version will prevail. It is worth noting that the witness statements of Dianes final moments were relayed from the memories of people who saw her for a split second as she was hurtling 70-80MPH towards them. What I do not understand is how was she smoking pot without the kids noticing? Whilst Daniel and Diane worked opposite shifts- Diane would be at work whilst Daniel remained home all day- family and friends have described the marriage as happy. I don't get it. -Daniels attitude to family life [quote] I'm a parent, and can understand how a person could drive in that condition. Grennan said there are still two cases pending in the state Court of Claims alleging that the design of the roadway was faulty. Four lawsuits have been settled from a 2009 crash that killed eight after a drunk and high West Babylon woman drove the wrong way on the Taconic State Parkway, according to court documents and attorneys handling two of the cases. He says, "They make like it was not even their fault. "The terms of the settlement are confidential and the court records are sealed," attorney Kevin Grennan, of Garden City, said Wednesday. He also is the attorney in one of the Court of Claims cases. Those results are the findings of a state police investigation into the July 26, 2009, crash -- which found that Diane Schuler, of West Babylon, had consumed the equivalent of 10 drinks and smoked marijuana before she drove her minivan southbound in the northbound lanes of the Taconic Parkway. I don't live in the US so don't recall much media coverage of this case. I'm not going to speculate on any specific molestation etc. Diane Schuler - The New York Times Diane Schuler Search Television Review Pursuing Answers, Two Years After a Tragic Collision The HBO documentary "There's Something Wrong With Aunt Diane". Where did she drink, when did she drink? We may earn a commission from links on this page. Sixteen-year-old Jeremy Shuler subscribes to the theory of "many worlds.". "Jay knows first-hand what it takes to grow a startup business into a nationally recognized brand," Burgum said. Such a tragic situation. Kessel will assume his new role as interim commissioner immediately. Money will out eventually. Gov. Born Today Most Popular Celebs Most Popular Celebs Celebrity News. His examples: "The house needs painting, the gutters need to be cleaned.". Something medically had to have happened." Jesus Christ! On one side is the bereaved Schuler, struggling to go on after the death of his wife and daughter, and on the other is the Bastardi family, two of whose members were killed when Diane Schuler's Winstar struck their TrailBlazer. Phone:701.328.2200, Governor's Summit on Innovative Education, Burgum accepts Schulers resignation, appoints Kessel as interim Department of Commerce commissioner, Appearance by Lieutenant Governor Tammy Miller, Governor's Chorus and Band/Orchestra Program Application, 2021 Governor's Summit on Innovative Education. Any history of mental illness? She gets out of the car a few times to puke. I do have to go to sleep right away cuz it makes me ravingly hungry. THE INSTANT NEW YORK TIMES, USA TODAY, AND WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER From New York Times bestselling author Jay Kristoff comes Empire of the Vampire , the first illustrated volume of an astonishing new dark fantasy saga. Maintaining cookie cutters lives is not worth the price. He knows she's drunk and gets pissed and tells her to stay put because he's on his way to get his kids. Yet, the sis-in-law goes outside, alone (except for camera man), to smoke a cigarette and claims that nobody knows that she smokes cigarettes. Women's drunk driving arrests are rising, but Daniel Schuler, husband of the woman who killed, New York's Steve Fishman tells a depressing tale of denial and rage. I'm not saying anyone made any mistakes . Doug Burgum today accepted the resignation of state Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler and appointed Deputy Commissioner Shawn Kessel to serve as interim commissioner until the position can be permanently filled. She's really tired from partying all weekend without sleep, thus the iced coffee. As of May, there were 47 full-time staff members. She had a lot of pent up rage. The link at R11 was so poorly written it was unreadable. Words are exchanged and she's really angry because her brother is yelling at her saying he knows she's a drunk and a pothead and should never have trusted her with his kids. You'd think she had no anger at all. Do I need to lecture you on how fucking stupid you are being? still believes his wife was essentially perfect. The Bastardi and Longo families pushed for prosecutors to convene a grand jury, but it never happened. When you are on Ambien you could eat a whole meal and drink a bottle of booze and not even know it. R76, I agree with you. -Daniels clueless approach to Dianes health Doug Burgum today accepted the resignation of state Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler and appointed Deputy Commissioner Shawn Kessel to serve as interim commissioner until the position can be permanently filled. Hello and thank you for being a DL contributor. Mom Who Lost 3 Daughters In Taconic Crash Suing Diane Schulers Estate: My Little Girls Died In Terror! We have had 2 wrong way drivers on the expressway here kill other people in the last week. I just find it hard to believe this woman was an alcoholic and no one thought that she should not drive the kids around. In the 262-word message, Schuler references Kavanaugh whose confirmation has grown chaotic amid sexual assault allegations and "some interesting points for one to reflect on.". Sojourner Family Peace Center. Jay Schuler, sister-in-law of Diane Schuler's husband, Daniel, told the "Today" show Monday morning: "I know it's very hard. told her on the phone that his independent lab tests returned the same results as the original autopsy regarding Diane's blood alcohol levels. ", Found a reddit discussion on this a poster thinks that Ambien may have had something to do with it. She's not weaving. Its interesting to note that Diane called the brother and SIL multiple times but never called the husband once after they left the campgrounds. Doug Burgum to serve as director of the North Dakota Department of Commerce in January 2017. There are signs, EVERYONE IGNORED THESE SIGNS? The collision killed Schuler, her 2-year-old daughter and her three nieces Emma Hance, 8; Alyson Hance, 7; and Katie Hance, 5. Work. There has been much speculation that Diane planned to kill herself and the children that day. At least his sleazy lawyer's been disbarred and pretty much lost everything. There are signs, EVERYONE IGNORED THESE SIGNS? In the segment that appeared on "Today," the show ran a segment from the HBO documentary that had Daniel Schuler questioning whether his wife had been drinking. She drank to work up the courage to do it. Actually I do think Diane's husband was simple minded. I mean, ALL of that made sense! Have there been any recent updates with the Schuler family? Take a damn uber. Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States. Bradley said Schuler had nothing to add beyond the governor's statement from Monday afternoon. Newly appointed ND Department of Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler joined guest host Scott Hennen to talk about why he made the switch from private industry to the public sector. Psychotic break? She was the financial breadwinner, she raised the children, and she handled all household responsibilities. We do know that Diane got into an argument with the counterboy at McDonalds because her son wanted Chicken McNuggets and they were only serving breakfast but that's who Diane was, wanted to make sure the children all got what they want. Become a contributor - post when you want with no ads. The lawsuits against the estate of Diane Schuler, 36, claimed she was negligent when she drove a minivan south in the northbound lanes of the parkway on July 26, 2009. Thats pretty damning. Jay Schuler indicated that Daniel only had children because Diane wanted them, I told him he has to work on forgiveness for Diane because he does not forgive her at all right now for whats happened, and the reason he doesnt forgive her, he said, I never wanted to have kids and this is where Im left right now, and she was supposed to do all this. Many have speculated that this comment was symptomatic of Daniels aloofness within the family dynamic and found the comment cruel. North Dakota State Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler abruptly resigned Monday. I think the theory that she had been molested by the brother makes sense, that she killed his kids in revenge. judging from the death photos, R86, no. Family members often are. All; Titles; TV Episodes; Celebs; Companies; Keywords; Advanced Search . Jay has apologized for sending to Commerce Department staff an email this morning that was unacceptable in official communications with team members." Documents from the Governor's office state, "This afternoon Jay Schuler offered his resignation, which I accepted. She made all the decisions and Danny was like her oldest child. By clicking Sign up, you agree to our privacy policy. I guess it's over. So whats the theory of when exactly she can cracked open the giant bottle of vodka and was smoking all the pot (seems like it might have happened quite fast?). It would be unwise to ascribe too much credence to these accounts. The child calls her parents and is crying because Diane is screaming at the kids to shut the hell up. It's obviously sad for the kids and the guys she killed, but that incredibly tightly-wound, perfectionist women seemed like a time bomb. Someone who deals by not dealing, if you know what I mean? Ah, thanks, R73. The hot air makes her feel worse. Meanwhile, her brothers did make peace with the mom. "I do hope, someday," Bastardi said, "maybe if they have a change of heart they'll reach out and we'll find out what really went on. Im just wondering at what point exactly she started what seems to have been a binge? Whilst its impossible to know how Diane felt about her role, from descriptions from friends and colleagues, this was very much her personality. She seemed to enjoy the responsibilities she shouldered, and actively sought them out. Did she feel she couldn't confide in her husband because their work schedules meant they were rarely home at the same time? If thats true, Im guessing Aunt Diane stepped out to drink and smoke during at least some of that time? No mystery! Contact (775) 230-0822. . What do YOU think of what Jackie said about the murder-suicide plot,HollyMoms? Other excuses for her: she was having a stroke, she was having a seizure, she had diabetes, she had a tooth abscess, she had a cyst on her leg that may be induced a blood clot. I do not get why she stayed with that asshole husband of hers. The woman took her girls away. Schuler's resignation came following his sharing thoughts on. The gas station/store attendant said she was sober as well when she care in to try to buy some Tylenol. She stops at the Sunoco convenience store for some Aspirin and perhaps another nip and toke. Her husband, brother and sister-in-law all know she's impaired but figure it's something she always does so she'll manage. Governor accepts resignation of N.D. commerce commissioner after 'unacceptable' email. I was surprised to learn that Diane has taken all of her nieces camping with just her, her husband, and her kidsthe parents of the girls did not go with them. Jay Schuler (775) 230-0822. I hope not. I wonder if he's still a security guard? Have you had it tested? That last weekend she was stuck with a long drive and five kids while her cluck of a husband took off with just the dog. View the profiles of people named Jay Schuler. Yes, why hasn't her brother ever revealed the details of the phone call to Diane? All rights reserved. Diane Schuler, a 36-year-old Long Island mother of two, was at the wheel, drunk and high, headed south at 70 mph. 600 East Boulevard Avenue Bismarck, ND 58505-0100 Schuler will assume his new role as commerce commissioner on Feb. 27. We share the view that in order for our urban and rural communities to prosper, we must create a regulatory environment and support network that encourages startups to form and thrive, while ensuring our existing businesses have the tools and workforce they need to flourish and innovate.. I also find it highly unlikely that Daniel was having any kind of affair. Facebook gives people the power to. (Aug. 6, 2009) Credit: AP. This involvement has led many people to accuse Jay of being narcissistic, overbearing, and overly invested. I would counter that Jays investment in Daniel and Bryans life is due to several factors. Founding owner providing equipment automation design services to the pharmaceutical industry later expanding into the . Okay, guys, if we believe this 2009 NY POST article, Diane was a secret alcoholic who drank basically every day at a bar for at least two years and in the last few months of her life was miserable in her marriage and felt trapped in it. Schuler was to participate in a visit to Hillsboro today as part of the governor's Main Street Initiative. Doug Burgum has accepted the resignation of North Dakota Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler in the wake of an "unacceptable" email and attachment apparently referencing Judge Brett Kavanaughs U.S. Supreme Court confirmation process. R25s theory would explain why the family was acting so cagey about the phone call and also why Dianes sister-in-law was so subdued in the book she wrote about the crash. Causes, Symptoms & Treatments, Bill to close North Dakota public employees' pension plan goes to Burgum, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has accepted the resignation of North Dakota Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler in the wake of an "unacceptable" email and attachment apparently referencing Judge Brett Kavanaugh . Diane Schuler Tragedy -- Lies Uncovered: [UPDATED 2014]. BISMARCK--In an email to members of the North Dakota Economic Development Foundation, former state Commerce Commissioner Jay Schuler appeared unapologetic about the email that led to his . Congratulations Charli and Jay! Jay has apologized for sending to Commerce Department staff an email this morning that was unacceptable in official communications with team members, Burgum said. I drink and smoke at home -- NO ONE would expect it of me! Diane Schuler, 36, drove the wrong way for nearly two miles on the Taconic State Parkway and struck a sport utility vehicle. From the police witness reports, many have interpreted Dianes behaviour in her last moments as measured, controlled, calculated, deliberate, and that she was determined to crash the vehicle. If this was a tv movie Rosie O'Donnell could play Diane and Patton Oswalt could be Danny. Copyright 2022 Office of Governor, State of North Dakota "Joan Schuler said that the deceased smoked marijuana virtually every single day of her life," said Irving Anolik, a lawyer for the family of Michael Bastardi and his son Guy, both of whom died when Diane Schuler ran into their car. . How did she drink that much alcohol in that period of time? I think they knew she was drunk and stoned." Today these actions are something I regret. I don't think it's uncommon. Maybe she also doesn't know where her husband is and wants to get home to see if he's there. Does Bryan Schuler remember the crash? . Phone:701.328.2200, Governor's Summit on Innovative Education, Burgum appoints entrepreneur Jay Schuler to lead North Dakota Department of Commerce, Appearance by Lieutenant Governor Tammy Miller, Governor's Chorus and Band/Orchestra Program Application, 2021 Governor's Summit on Innovative Education. I don't think this was the 1st time Diane had driven drunk with children in the car. Two years after the horrific Taconic State Parkway crash, the husband of Diane Schuler is suing New York State and the father of three nieces who were killed when the Long Island mother drove the wrong way, slamming head-on into another vehicle and killing eight. The Long Island mother who drove bombed out of her mind with a minivan full of kids triggering a head-on collision that killed 8 routinely bellied up to the bar and griped about her failing marriage and stressful job, a drinking buddy told The Post. Please accept my apology. The decisions she made ended eight lives, four of them children. There was never, like, a stain on their shirt or tooth paste on the corner of their mouth, a hair out of place. I can understand her being consumed with grief but it feels like she's holding back and it makes it more tragic. She continues along and her head is pounding. I do.). The prodigious youngster, who's been covered in national and . -Daniels early arrival at the campground Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. We are changing the login scheme for contributors for simpler login and to better support using multiple devices. It's a weird but, many physicists argue, mathematically sound interpretation of quantum mechanics . ", State Department of Commerce spokesman Jesse Bradley said Schuler also met with staff at 4 p.m. Monday "to apologize again and thanked all of them.". Copyright 2023 Newsday. I was surprised she wouldnt have a car seat at least. Suffolk CountyCPS workers in Thomas Valva case got promotions after 8-year-old'sdeath LI high school athletes of the week Aplant lovers' paradise in Rockville Centre Rangers force Game 7 tonight. View all posts by The Unsolved UK Podcast. All the eyewitness statements tend to support it being an intentional act. It has been speculated that this was either due to an argument with Diane, or a fracturing in their relationship. [quote] One rumor was that she suspected her husband was having an affair with her sister-in-law. She says, "Not even a second have I felt sorry for Danny. Families always feed on the carcasses. Nowatzki said the visit proceeded as planned.. Schuler has a bachelor's degree in agriculture economics from North Dakota State University, and he received the John Lee Coulter Award from the NDSU Agribusiness Club in 2003. She overdid it and.the rest is history. "This afternoon Jay Schuler offered his resignation, which I accepted. Our thoughts continue to be with Jackie and Warren as they continue to heal from their horrific loss. Jackie Hance, mother of the three sisters who died, and her husband, Warren, who is Diane's brother, both refused to participate in the documentary, whose title is taken from the last words known to be spoken by Emma Hance -- in a frantic telephone call to her father. ", Schuler added: "There's so much unanswered. "July 25, 2011: HBO releases "There's Something Wrong with Aunt Diane," with the cooperation of Daniel Schuler and his sister-in-law Jay. A book, "The Taconic Tragedy: A Son's Search for the Truth" by Jeanne Bastardi, the wife of Michael Bastardi Jr., was released last month. Diane Schuler, from what is known about her, was a very angry, controlling, impulsive person. They don't call 911 or the police because they don't want her to get arrested for a DUI. From the movie, "There's Something Wrong with Aunt Diane," it did seem like Diane's husband & the sister-in-law were having an affair. Jan 2020 - Present3 years 4 months. You can cancel at any time. Music . If there was Ambien involved (maybe they're just keeping it out of the press) the families may have gotten a huge settlement from the company and a gag order. Its really bizarre and I admit I dont understand this case in that way. The simple truth is that she guzzled vodka and smoked pot, got blotto and killed eight people, including herself. But I lean towards intentional act. Please click here to get full access and no ads for $1.99 or less per month. Those reports of her demeanour are conflicting, for example: S.21: stated that as the vehicle passed her she noticed that the female driver had a panic look on her face and both hands on the steering wheel., s.36: When [witness] looked at the driver, she appeared as though nothing was wrong and just kept driving.. Also: early on, she called her sister-in-law to say that there was a lot of traffic and that was delaying her getting back with her nieces. It would be very interesting to know the content of the phone conversation Aunt Diane had with her brother before the accident. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}. Liked by Jay Schuler Join now to see all activity Experience It's Complicated! I do.). January 30, 2017 - October 2, 2018. Change). Does anyone else see it that way? Thats insane. The whole documentary just fascinates me. Take a look at The McDonalds employees and the camp ground owner also swear that Diane wasnt drunk when they saw and interacted with them that morning.
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