Colorectal Cancer (also known as Colon Cancer or Rectal Cancer) is cancer of the colon and rectum. It is the third most diagnosed cancer and the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the United States. It is equally common in men and women. With recommended screening, this cancer can be prevented (by removing polyps before they become cancerous) or detected early, when it can be easily and successfully treated. Most colon cancer deaths are preventable by early detection.
Rumpshaker, Inc. is a nonprofit organization formed by friends and family in memory of Lisa Martz. Founded in 2009, our mission is to promote awareness about colorectal cancer, raise funds to fight and treat it, and provide hope for colorectal cancer survivors and those fighting the disease.
On June 22, 2004, Lisa was diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer at the age of 48. Although her cancer was advanced, meaning it was not only in her colon but had spread to another organ, she was determined to fight! During her near 4 year fight against colon cancer she showed strength and courage. She continued her devoted role as mother and grandmother. She showed enthusiasm for life, displayed her faith in Christ and according to her doctors exemplified the determination to live. Although Lisa fought with determination and faith her body succumbed to the disease on October 5, 2007.
In honor of her life we want to continue her battle against colon cancer. We have gathered strength from her example and maintain the hope she never lost sight of. In an effort to raise awareness of the disease, her family and friends have organized Rumpshaker, Inc. and this 5k run/walk in her memory. Please help Lisa, her family, and friends continue the fight… a fight that may save your life!
