Friendly Ford employees donate blood to Red Cross

The colorful American Red Cross motorhome made a stop at Friendly Ford on Feb. 6 when dealership employees teamed up to donate blood. The event was spearheaded by accounts receivable clerk Michelle Rutherford, who has become a regular participant in blood donations with the Red Cross for several years.

“I started donating with the Red Cross several years ago in Southern California,” Rutherford said. “I have a rare blood type, and I feel good about donating.”

Rutherford said members of the dealership have wanted to participate for several years and especially joined the cause because of the tragic event on Oct. 1.

“We plan to do this on a regular basis,” Rutherford said. “Overall, the event went very well and we had excellent participation. I am especially proud of my fellow employees at Friendly Ford.”

Among the Friendly Ford employees who participated were sales consultants Randy Block, Chris Buckels and James Floyd; and body shop employees Mike Giovengo, Melissa Murillo, Gary Sedlack and D.C. Baker.

George Handal represented the service department, while the parts department was represented by Rachel Roberts and Kim Sparkman.

Among the employees from the Friendly Ford business office were Ann Vanosdall and Antionette Vickers.

Floyd gave blood for the first time and found the process very interesting.