Maddy Robinson was a vibrant 16-year-old girl from De Soto. She was taken from this life far too soon in a car accident that occurred on January 18, 2025.
Maddy Robinson’s parents, Eric Robinson and Samantha Huff Blair, are heartbroken as they grieve her loss.
Her parents adored Maddy and left behind her younger sister, Lydia Robinson, and her grandparents, Norman and Jane Robinson, and other relatives.
Maddy was an academic student at Herculaneum High School and was good at studies and sports.
She was involved in athletics, specializing in running track and cross country, and preferred lane number 5.
Since 2020, she has also been an essential member of the Herculaneum High School – Girls Jr. High Basketball and Softball team.
Maddy played as both a point guard and shooting guard, showing her flexibility in different roles on the field.
Maddy was athletic and creative in many things that she did.
She enjoyed singing, creating artwork, and dancing with her sister Lydia.
They would share their good times on TikTok or when they played Just Dance.
Her family described her as someone who “would light up every room she walked into,” indicating the joy she spread to others.
Maddy Robinson Will Be Remembered As A Bright Young Woman Who Has Had So Much Life
The fatal accident took place in De Soto at approximately 1 AM on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2025.
Maddy was driving a Ford Ranger with a 15-year-old passenger from Barnhart when the vehicle turned off the road and hit an embankment, rolling over the SUV.
Maddy was thrown out of the vehicle and died at the scene of the accident.
The passenger had minor injuries and was taken to Mercy Hospital South to be treated.
The reports showed that the passenger was not wearing a belt during the accident.
As a result of this tragic loss, Maddy Robinson’s parents ask for support from their community to help alleviate the financial stress of funeral costs and dealing with their loss.
A GoFundMe page has been set up to support the Robinson family during this challenging period.
Visitation for Maddy will be on Saturday, January 25, from 10 AM until service time at 3 PM at Mahn Twin City Chapel in Festus, with Pastor Randy Gray officiating.
As friends and loved ones grieve the passing of Maddy Robinson, they remember her as a bright young woman with so much life.
Her loved ones, especially her friend, have posted to the Tribute Book for Madalyn.
One of her friends shared a photo with the caption-:
“Love you Maddy. You were always smiling every time when you walked into a room. I remember one time I came over to grandma and grandpas house, I’d see you lay ur head on grandpas lap and your feet on grandma. You always ask for a neck rub, back rub.”
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Her Bestfriend also shared the photo and wrote-:
“my loving bestfriend strong and powerful kept me who i am today 💗’
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Maddy’s memory will continue to encourage those who knew her and those who heard of her in years to come.
In Case You Didn’t Know
- Maddy Robinson wore jersey number 4 for basketball and 7 for baseball.
- Maddy was a member of the junior class, graduating in 2026.
- Carolyn Jarvis is spearheading the fundraiser for Maddy Robinson.
