Robert McKenna Memorial Blood Drive In Seekonk Saturday

SEEKONK, MA — A blood drive in memory of Robert McKenna, a lifelong blood donor and man dedicated to the community of Seekonk, will be held Saturday at the Seekonk High Cafeteria. The drive will run from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Arcade Avenue.

Blood drive organizers remembered McKenna as a many with a bright attitude and a caring spirit.

"When Bob was diagnosed with lung cancer he would tell people not to feel sorry for him, saying 'I had a good life.' Indeed, it was a life in which he was devoted to his family and his community."

Donors are asked to bring a driver's license or another form of identification when they donate. Appointments can be made at www.ribc.com/drives with a sponsor code of 3499.

In January, all presenting donors will receive a $5 gift card courtesy of Dunkin' and the Rhode Island Blood Center. For more information on this event, contact 1-800-283-8385.