Madeline "Maddy" Schaar

Her Story

Maddy grew up in Victoria, Texas, the daughter of Bobby and Maggie Schaar and a beloved sister to Katherine and Thomas. From an early age she had a gift for connecting with animals, a passion nurtured during summers on her Uncle Joe's ranch and through her work at Main Street Animal Hospital alongside Dr. Jody Norris in Caldwell.

She carried that love of animals to Texas A&M University, where she graduated in 2021 with a degree in Poultry Science — a program and an Aggie community she was incredibly proud of. A true horseman at heart, she carried her Western heritage with her everywhere, and later moved to Lexington, Kentucky, caring for Kentucky Derby horses at Rood & Riddle Equine Hospital. Her path eventually brought her home to the Brazos Valley, where she worked at South 40 Veterinary Hospital with Dr. Ryan Lee, treating horses across the region she loved.

Maddy was tough, independent, and endlessly bright — the kind of person who brought light into every room and every life she touched. She is remembered by her family, her many friends, her godchild Lyra, her constant companion Guess, and her horse General.

This site is a living tribute to Maddy. Please use the Memories Wall to share a note, a story, or a photo — every submission is shared with her family.

Photo Gallery

A few of the photos shared by family and friends through the Memories Wall.