Glioblastoma is an interesting creature. It became a much more common name used in our circle when our good friend Maribeth, age 69, was diagnosed in April of this year. Why does glioblastoma attack those who do so much for our community? Maribeth feeds the homeless on Sundays and has done this for about 10 years now. She serves on the board of Grandparents for Gun Safety. She represents our community well in an organization called KC360.

I have known Maribeth for 35 years. She has always been a very hard worker. She retired a couple years ago from being one of the top sales people for General Mills. To say that Maribeth is a super-achiever is an understatement. She runs circles around most of her peers.

Unfortunately, some of these activities have been slowed down since her cancer treatment has intensified. She is receiving treatment at St Luke’s Cancer Institute.

Maribeth has been married for 40 years and has three daughters and one dog, Rosie.