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Robert Bombard Obituary

Bombard, Robert
COLONIE - Robert E. "Bob" Bombard, 83, of Colonie, passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Bob was born in Albany, the son of the late Arthur J. and Virginia Van Dyke Bombard. He lived in the area all his life and was employed by General Electric Co. for many years. He also was an active member of the IUE Local 301, in Schenectady. Bob enjoyed fishing, camping, boating, photography and was a big fan of the New York Giants.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Nancy R. Blanchette Bombard; his children, Robert T. "Todd" Bombard (Judy) of Bellingham, Mass., Matthew Bombard, Chad Bombard both of East Greenbush, N.Y., James Masa (Angelina) of Delanson, N.Y., Annette Seymour (Carlos) of Valrico, Fla., and Nicole Felix (Juan) of Albany, N.Y.; dear family friend, Laurie Bentley, who was like a daughter; his brothers, James Bombard of Fort Lauderdale, Fla., and Thomas Bombard (Joan) of Castleton, N.Y.; his sister, Susan Rounds (John) of Pennsylvania; his grandchildren, Jack and Ethan Bombard, Grace and Jonathan Bombard, Mia, Jimmy, Richie, Lucy, Joey and Tommy Masa, Yasmeen and Xavier Seymour, Ryan McCormick (Tori), Gabriella Scalise, Marcello and Addisyn Felix. He was predeceased by his sister, Joan Bombard. The family extends a special thank you to Emily and Deb from Community Hospice for the wonderful care they provided. Calling hours will be held in the Hans Funeral Home, 1088 Western Ave., Albany, Tuesday, July 15, from 4-7 p.m., with a service following at 7 p.m.

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Published by Albany Times Union on Jul. 15, 2025.

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John a czarnecki

July 18, 2025

Knew Bob from working together at GE for many years and lastly our retirees Union meetings ,where he served as President ! He was always there to help anyone who needed it,,, sorry to see him go ,,,,

linda ferrigan

July 15, 2025

Bobby , tried so often to find you , shocked to find out you passed . So many memories from the past , I smile when I think of you . My condolences to your family and may all the memories from the past bring comfort to you all .

Linda Kiley Ferrigan
Charlotte , NC
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Diane Hackstadt Welter

July 15, 2025

My deepest condolences . My prayers are with you and your family.

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