Florida: William Gerald Schwarz charged with DUI manslaughter in fatal crash that killed Kathleen and Carl Boos

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According to an FHP report, Schwarz was seen speeding and driving his 2005 Mercury Sable “in an extremely reckless manner” south along S.R. A1A just prior to the crash. Witnesses told troopers he drove off the roadway onto the grassy median and ventured across the center line on the highway, forcing other drivers off the road. He swerved into the northbound lanes while attempting to pass DiMattia’s 2008 Infiniti about three-quarters of a mile north of Driftway Terrace and slammed into Kathleen Boos’ 2010 Ford Focus, the report states.

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From News Journal Online:

Kathleen Boos, a 66-year-old Palm Coast woman, and Carl William Boos, her 67-year-old relative from Pennsylvania, both died at the crash scene.

Witnesses at the scene smelled alcohol on Schwarz’s breath, and doctors took a blood sample when he was transported to Halifax Health Medical Center. He had a blood-alcohol content level of .252, more than three times Florida’s legal limit of 0.08.

He had a blood-alcohol content level of .252, more than three times Florida’s legal limit of 0.08.

FHP investigators determined Schwarz was impaired and his reckless driving caused the fatal crash.

Kathleen Boos killed by DUI driver who was measured at three times the legal limit

Kathleen Colleen Boos, 66, of Palm Coast, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 11, 2016. Kathleen was born in 1950 in Sommerville, NJ. Kathleen was the owner of the Sew & Quilt Shop in Bunnell, Florida, and retired 19-year employee of Broward County Schools. Kathleen is survived by her husband, Robert Boos; daughter, Kelly (John) Wise-Chapman; sons, Mark (Kate) Boos, and David (Stacy) Boos; parents, Joan and Warren Jonas; sisters, Pat MacAllister, Joni Van Kurin and Geri Brubaker; brothers, Bruce and Mike Jonas; grandchildren, Tyler and Emily Wise, Kelsey, Rylee, Griffin and Izzy Boos, Megan and Kayleigh Chapman, Brittany Martz; great-grandchildren, Jayce Singh and Arianna Martz, and seven nieces and nephews. Kathleen was a loving wife and mother, amazing grandmother, and active member of the community. She will be forever loved and sadly missed. Memorial Celebration of Kathleen’s life will be held at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park on Friday, March 18, 2016, at 11am. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of sending flowers, the family is requesting donations be made at BB&T Bank to the Kathy Boos Foundation which is being established in her honor with a mission to combat drunk driving through education, awareness, and community action. Arrangements are under the care of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home, Memorial Gardens and Crematory, 511 Old Kings Rd. South, Flagler Beach, FL. For online condolences go to www.craigflaglerpalms.com – See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/news-journalonline/obituary.aspx?pid=178068091#sthash.dnBxVOwD.dpufKathleen Colleen Boos, 66, of Palm Coast, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 11, 2016. Kathleen was born in 1950 in Sommerville, NJ. Kathleen was the owner of the Sew & Quilt Shop in Bunnell, Florida, and retired 19-year employee of Broward County Schools. Kathleen is survived by her husband, Robert Boos; daughter, Kelly (John) Wise-Chapman; sons, Mark (Kate) Boos, and David (Stacy) Boos; parents, Joan and Warren Jonas; sisters, Pat MacAllister, Joni Van Kurin and Geri Brubaker; brothers, Bruce and Mike Jonas; grandchildren, Tyler and Emily Wise, Kelsey, Rylee, Griffin and Izzy Boos, Megan and Kayleigh Chapman, Brittany Martz; great-grandchildren, Jayce Singh and Arianna Martz, and seven nieces and nephews. Kathleen was a loving wife and mother, amazing grandmother, and active member of the community. She will be forever loved and sadly missed. Memorial Celebration of Kathleen’s life will be held at Washington Oaks Gardens State Park on Friday, March 18, 2016, at 11am. All are welcome to attend. In lieu of sending flowers, the family is requesting donations be made at BB&T Bank to the Kathy Boos Foundation which is being established in her honor with a mission to combat drunk driving through education, awareness, and community action. Arrangements are under the care of Craig-Flagler Palms Funeral Home, Memorial Gardens and Crematory, 511 Old Kings Rd. South, Flagler Beach, FL. For online condolences go to www.craigflaglerpalms.com – See more at: http://www.legacy.com/obituaries/news-journalonline/obituary.aspx?pid=178068091#sthash.dnBxVOwD.dpuf

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Carl William Boos, 67, of Easton, Pennsylvania, passed away suddenly on March 11, 2016. Carl was born in 1949 in Morristown, NJ. Carl grew up in Piscataway, NJ, worked over 40 years in plastics extrusion manufacturing and recently retired in 2015. Carl is survived by his daughter, Connie (Robert) Rizzuto, and son, Carl J. (Sandi) Boos; brothers Robert and James Boos; and grandchildren, Mathew, Jacob, and Alyssa. Carl is preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Marjorie Boos; brothers, Charles, Edward, and Randy Boos; and daughter Carrie Ann. Carl was a patient, kind, and loving father, grandfather, nephew, uncle and friend. He was a “rock” – always there for everyone. Carl was an avid lover of the outdoors, enjoyed strolling along the river bank in search of natures treasures, and nothing was better than a day spent fishing with family or friends. He was a member of the Laurel Hill Rod and Gun Club and East Bangor Sportsman Assoc. He will forever be remembered as the greatest handyman and one of the most giving men you ever knew. Memorial Celebration of Carl’s life will be held at Minsi Lake, Lake Minsi Drive, Bangor, PA 18013 on Friday, March 25, 2015, at 12 noon. All are welcome. In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting donations be made to the Elks National Foundation or nearest Elks Lodge to help build stronger communities. Carl was always grateful for the support our family received from The Elks during difficult times. – See more at: http://obits.lehighvalleylive.com/obituaries/etpa/obituary.aspx?pid=178130365#sthash.ENqXmFkn.dpuf

  • 11/18/2016 6:15 PM
  • MALE ADULT FEL AWAIT TRIAL
  • Flagler County Sheriff’s Office Jail
  • $400,000.00
  • $400,000.00
  • Flagler County Sheriff’s Office
Bond Number Bond Type Bond Amount
2016-00002952 Cash/Surety $400,000.00
Charge Description Offense Date Docket Number Sentence Date Disposition Sentence Length Crime Class Court Date Arresting Agency
DUI Manslaughter 3/11/2016 12:00 AM Felony
DUI Manslaughter 3/11/2016 12:00 AM Felony
Vehicular Homicide 3/11/2016 12:00 AM Felony
Vehicular Homicide 3/11/2016 12:00 AM Felony
DUI & DAMAGE PROPERTY 3/11/2016 12:00 AM ROR Per Judge Misdemeanor