Mesothelioma and Asbestos

Delbert Griffith of Fort Morgan, Colorado died of mesothelioma on January 23 at the age of 71. Mesothelioma is a relatively rare form of cancer that is virtually always caused by asbestos exposure. Millions of Americans suffered heavy occupational asbestos exposure for many decades. As well as while regulation of asbestos has dramatically increased, the toxic substance is still not banned from take in many applications.

Griffith worked for the Large Western Sugar Company, now known as the Western Sugar Company, from April 1, 1963 until his retirement on May 31, 2002. He was a member of the Earliest Christian Church, Elks Lodge #1143, the Fort Morgan Saddle Club as well as the Paint Horse Association.

Funeral services were held at the Earliest Christian Church in Fort Morgan on January 28, followed by interment at Memory Gardens Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Earliest Christian Church, the Fort Morgan Fire Department or the Fort Morgan Saddle Club.

For the filled story, go to Fort Morgan Times.