Harold (Buster) R. Bombard, 50 of Hinesburg, VT passed away unexpectedly November 11, 2023 following complications from a heart related surgery.

Buster was born on July 7, 1973, to Harold and Carolyn Bombard in Burlington, VT.

Buster shared a memorable childhood with his two older sisters who adored their younger brother. Buster graduated from Colchester High School in 1991. As a young adult Buster dedicated time to the Malletts Bay Fire Department and Milton Rescue. Buster's career included many years in the construction trades including most recently working for Kennedy Excavation as a heavy equipment operator.

From a young age Buster found joy in outdoor activities and hobbies. Fishing, hunting, boating and more recently a love for gaming and having his pups Bailey and Buford by his side. Buster's passion to help anyone led him to engage in countless motorcycle charity rides. For a duration of time, he proudly served as President of Moose Lodge 1618 continuing to raise money for those in need.

Buster's sense of humor and quick wit kept any room filled with laughter as his big heart touched anyone who knew him.

Buster is survived by the love of his life, Penny Bliek Bombard, stepdaughter Shianne Ducharme and (Hunter), mother Carolyn Bombard, sisters Cheryl Landry and (Alan), Cindee Shallberg and (Jonathan), niece Jennifer LaCross and (Scott), nephews David Shallberg and Daniel Shallberg, mother-in-law Susanne Mattison, brother-in-law Brian Bliek and (Lana), nephew Nicholas Bliek and niece Katie Bliek, stepmother Carolyn Bliek, and dear friend Tim Jimmo.

Buster was predeceased by his father, Harold R. Bombard, his maternal grandparents William and Clarice Bryant and paternal grandparents Louis and Merilda Bombard.

The family will celebrate Buster's life with a private gathering.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Go Fund Me set up by Buster's family: https://gofund.me/af6283c7