Schwarz, Friar, Meyer-Charneux selected for Boerne contributions
Boerne, Texas-Boerne Independent School District has announced the distinguished alumni honorees and benefactor award recipient for the 2025 Boerne’s Best Distinguished Alumni Awards.
A luncheon and ceremony to honor Edgar Schwarz Jr., Carlin Friar and Erin Meyer-Charneux will be held beginning at 11:30 a.m. April 25 at the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch.
Cathy Schwarz, 2025 Benefactor Award
Cathy Schwarz will be honored with the 2025 Benefactor Award for her exceptional contributions as an educator and community volunteer.
With a career spanning 42 years in Boerne ISD, Schwarz began her service as a mathematics teacher in 1951. In the mid-1960s she transitioned to become the Boerne High School librarian, a role she held until retirement in 1993.
While serving as librarian, she also dedicated her time as the president of the Local Texas Teachers Society and represented educators on the District Texas Teachers Association Board. Even after her retirement, she continued her service in community libraries and contributed her expertise by creating websites for various genealogical societies in Kendall County.
Her lifelong commitment left a lasting legacy in Boerne ISD and the community.
Distinguished Alumni Honorees Edgar Schwarz Jr., Class of 1946
The late Edgar Schwarz Jr., a 1946 graduate of Boerne High School, will be posthumously honored as a 2025 Distinguished Alumni. After earning a degree in civil engineering from Texas A&M University in 1950, Schwarz served as a U.S Army officer during the Korean War. Upon his return, he made significant contributions to the city of Boerne, serving as its first city administrator, the predecessor of the current city manager role.
For over 30 years, Schwarz played a pivotal role in the city’s growth and modernization, helping Boerne evolve from a small rural town to a thriving municipality.
Additionally, he founded Schwarz Surveying and Engineering in 1964, leading the firm for over four decades and contributing to infrastructure projects across the region.
Schwarz was married to fellow honoree and Benefactor Award recipient Cathy Schwarz, and together they raised five sons, Brad, Spencer, Jim, Jeff and Paul.
Schwarz died in 2007, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of service and leadership.
Carlin Friar, Class of 1989
Carlin Friar, a 1989 Boerne High School graduate, is being recognized as a 2025 Distinguished Alumni for his longstanding contributions to the Boerne community.
With more than 37 years in the banking industry, Friar is a respected business leader and dedicated public servant. He has served as a Boerne ISD school board trustee for the past 10 years, currently in his fourth term.
Beyond his service to Boerne ISD, Friar has made a significant impact through leadership roles on numerous local boards, including Create Healthy, the United Way of Kendall County, the Boys and Girls Club of the Texas Hill Country, the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce and the Boerne-Kendall County Economic Development Corporation.
Friar and his wife, Susan, a local realtor, are proud parents of three children, Blake, Grant and Chloe, all graduates of Champion High School.
Erin Meyer-Charneux Class of 1990 Internationally recognized artist, author and speaker Erin Meyer-Charneux has been named a 2025 Distinguished Alumni.
A 1990 graduate of Boerne High School, Meyer-Charneux was a four-year cheerleader, serving as head varsity cheerleader her senior year. She was also a member of the National Honor Society and served as the Senior Class President.
Now a naturalized Belgian citizen living in Brussels for over 25 years, Meyer-Charneux is the author of “D-Day Lessons for Today: How to Create Your Future History” and is currently writing her second book, “Coming to BE: A Journey of Self-Discovery in a Surreal Little Land.”
Her powerful story and commitment to historical reflection have earned her speaking engagements with organizations like the Council of Europe Youth Department, the International School of Brussels and the U.S. National WWII Museum.
Boerne ISD invites the community to join celebrating these outstanding alumni and their contributions at the Distinguished Alumni luncheon. The event will not only honor their remarkable achievements but also serve as an inspiring reminder of the lasting impact of Boerne ISD graduates.
For details or to purchase tickets to the event, call Gina DeWall at 830-357-2130.
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