Shachar was born on the 7th of Tishrei, 5763 (September 13, 2002) in Jerusalem, the fourth child of Liat and Doron, and brother to Inbar, Sahar, and Noya. He grew up and was educated in the city, studied at the religious high school named after P. Himelfarb with a focus on art, and was a handsome, smiling, creative boy, full of joy for life.

From a young age, Shachar’s big heart stood out. He was a counselor in the “Bnei Akiva” youth movement, in the “Yuval” group at the “Merkaz Yerushalayim” branch, where he led activities for children with special needs and initiated their integration into the branch’s programs. He loved helping everyone – from elderly people in the street to children who had no friends – and always made sure that everyone around him felt equal and loved.

Shachar loved hiking across Israel, cycling, diving in the sea, listening to a wide variety of music, and soaking up every moment of nature and water. At home, he was “the prince of the house,” a devoted son to his parents and a loving, supportive brother to his sisters and nieces. During high school, he met Noga, the love of his life, and the two planned a future together.

In 2021, Shachar enlisted in the IDF, joining the 101st Battalion of the Paratroopers Brigade. He excelled as a soldier and as a cadet in the squad commanders’ course. Later, he returned to the battalion to lead his soldiers with devotion, serving as the operations officer and as the company commander’s radio operator. His friends and commanders describe him as a professional and caring fighter, a good friend who always looked out for his soldiers “eye to eye,” and someone who brought joy and lifted everyone’s spirits.

In October 2023, when the “Iron Swords” war broke out, Shachar and his unit were sent to defend the communities near the Gaza border. For long hours, he rescued residents, evacuated the wounded, and fought terrorists with courage. 

Just before entering Gaza, Shachar wrote farewell letters to his parents, sisters, and Noga, in which he outlined an agenda that became his life’s legacy: “Be Good People Smile. Strive to make every person you meet smile too. Be open to criticism and always try to improve yourself. Know that the greatest quality that one can have is the ability to make another person happy." In the red notebook he carried with him throughout the battles in Gaza, he continued writing reflections on life and love letters to Noga, reflecting his great spirit and deep faith in goodness.

On Shabbat, the 5th of Kislev, 5784 (November 18, 2023), Shachar was killed in close combat with terrorists in the northern Gaza Strip, together with his commander and another soldier. He was laid to rest at Mount Herzl in Jerusalem, leaving behind his parents and three sisters. His parents donated his organs, saving the lives of five patients.