MENDOTA – The American Red Cross held a blood drive on Dec. 12 at the Mendota Moose Family Center. There were 63 good units collected. There were 51 whole blood donations and 12 power red donations.

Multi-gallon donors were Frank Brodko-one gallon, John Young-one gallon, Michael Maas-two gallons, Amy Shaddick-three gallons, Denise Aughenbaugh-five gallons, Carol McLachlan-14 gallons and Patty Mumm-18 gallons. Congratulations on these milestones.

Volunteers for the day were Paddy Schwemlein, Kathi Stamberger, Margy Frey, Sandy Schroeder, Lori Schlesinger, Kathy Pierce and Peg Mathesius-Cerveny. Mendota Subway donated sandwiches for the luncheon and Black Bros. Co. sponsored the egg salad sandwiches, BBQ, and chips for the drive. Desserts were provided by Marlene Simonton, Paddy Schwemlein, Leann O’Brien, Kathi Stamberger, Margy Frey and Aimee Holland.

The next bloodmobile will be held on Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024, at the Mendota Moose Family Center. If you would like to make an appointment or have questions, please call Lori at 815-866-3582.