Community Rallies After Cory Hartman, 43, Dies in Vermont Skiing Incident

 The Hampton, New Hampshire community is reeling from the tragic loss of Cory Hartman, a 43-year-old father of three, who died Saturday in a skiing accident at Sugarbush Resort, Vermont. Family, friends, and neighbors are grappling with profound grief over a life cut far too short.

According to Vermont State Police, the incident occurred at 3:26 p.m. on Stein’s Run, a challenging double-black diamond trail on Lincoln’s Peak. Hartman fell and slid into a wooded area off the trail. Ski patrol found him unresponsive and transported him to the base, where Mad River Valley Ambulance crews confirmed his death. Authorities say the circumstances do not appear suspicious, and an autopsy has been scheduled in Burlington to determine the exact cause.

Hartman is survived by his wife and three young daughters. The family has been flooded with support, including a GoFundMe campaign that has raised over $150,000 to assist with funeral expenses and the care of his children. The outpouring reflects the community’s deep respect and love for a man remembered as devoted, kind, and full of life.

Loved ones described Cory Hartman as a husband and father with an adventurous spirit and an infectious laugh. His sister, Kelly Comboni, said, “He was so full of life and love and everything in between,” highlighting the joy and warmth he brought to those around him.

Stein’s Run is known for its extreme difficulty, recognized as one of the most challenging trails by the National Ski Areas Association. The inherent danger of the terrain serves as a sobering reminder of the risks in high-level skiing.

Family, friends, and the Hampton community are rallying to honor Hartman’s memory and support his surviving family members during this heartbreaking time. Memorials and online tributes continue to pour in, celebrating the life of a man who had a lasting impact on everyone who knew him.

While the tragedy leaves a hole in the lives of his loved ones, the courage, generosity, and joy Cory shared will remain as enduring memories. His legacy is reflected in the love of his family and the compassion of a community determined to help them through this loss.

Cory Hartman’s life, though tragically brief, serves as a reminder to cherish every moment with loved ones and to honor the adventurous, loving spirit he embodied in his time with us.