Norma Hunt, wife of Kansas City Chiefs founder Lamar Hunt, dead at 85
Norma Hunt, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs founder, Lamar Hunt, has died. She was 85 years old.
On Sunday, the family released a statement announcing the passing of Hunt. It was posted to the Chiefs’ website.
“Our family is deeply saddened by the passing of our mother, Norma,” the statement said. “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.”
Hunt was the only woman to attend all 57 Super Bowls. At Super Bowl LVII, she watched the Chiefs defeat the Philadelphia Eagles 38-35 in a thrilling game. It was the third championship for the franchise.
“This February, she attended her 57th and final Super Bowl and watched her beloved Chiefs hoist the Lombardi Trophy for the third time,” the family said. “It was a fitting conclusion to her streak as the only woman to attend every Super Bowl.”
Hunt’s husband, Lamar, founded the Chiefs in 1959. Lamar died in 2006 at the age of 74. The two enjoyed 42 years of marriage.
NFL releases statement on passing of Norma Hunt
Shortly after the family announced the sad news of Hunt’s passing, NFL commissioner Roger Goodell released a statement.
“The entire NFL family is deeply saddened by the passing of Norma Hunt, who was a significant presence in the NFL for the last seven decades,” the statement said. “I was fortunate to know Norma for nearly 40 years and was always struck by her warmth and grace, her partnership with Lamar, and her pride in their family.
“Norma’s sense of family extended to the Chiefs’ organization which she greatly adored. Norma was one of the most passionate fans of the Chiefs and the NFL, and understood and enjoyed every aspect of the game. She loved being around the team and referred to the players as ‘real-life superheroes.’ Norma attended every Super Bowl ever played, including the two recent Chiefs’ victories, and was the only woman to do so.
“We extend our deepest condolences to Clark and the entire Hunt family, and the many people whose lives she impacted during her remarkable life.”