The Kansas City Chiefs are working to defend their Super Bowl title. However, Chiefs Kingdom was thrown a curve ball over the weekend.

Norma Hunt, Widow of AFL Founder Lamar Hunt died Sunday, June 5 at 85 years old. Hunt was the only woman to attend every super bowl.

Hunt’s cause of death hasn’t been released.

Hunt was a pillar of the Chiefs franchise. Hunt was respected by the organization. Chiefs Quarterback Patrick Mahomes shared his condolences on social media.

Hunt’s family shared a message about her impact. Their statement is provided below.

“Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of our mother, Norma. She was a wonderful mother and an extraordinary woman who will be dearly missed by all who knew her.”

“Kind, generous and unfailingly positive, mom was one of a kind. Her joy and zeal for life were infectious. She loved caring for others, and she always had an encouraging word. She was a loyal friend, the consummate hostess and she had a rare ability to make everyone she encountered feel valued and at ease.”

Hunt’s History

Hunt was loyal to her husband Lamar Hunt and was a part of significant milestones in sports history. Hunt saw the AFL and NFL merge on June 8, 1966. Hunt also saw the commencement of Major League Soccer. Hunt saw the formation of World Championship Tennis, the North American Soccer League and the founding investment in the Chicago Bulls.

Motivation

Losing Hunt hurts for the Chiefs franchise. However, the Chiefs must work to have a successful season. Chiefs Kingdom can use Hunt’s death as motivation during the season. Kansas City must play even harder because of Hunt’s death.

Kansas City can honor Hunt by winning the AFC for the fourth time in six seasons. To sweeten the deal Kansas City can win another Super Bowl title. These goals are challenging, but Kansas City is built to beat the odds.

Prayers to Norma Hunt, the Kansas City Chiefs and Hunt’s family and friends.