Richard Hogue Replenishment Blood Drive Scheduled For November 8th

The annual Richard Hogue Memorial Blood Drive has been announced and scheduled to take place on Saturday, November 8, 2025.

Hogue was only 28 when his life was taken on November 16, 2013. At the time of his death, he resided in Enon Valley, worked for Nick Mars Construction as a carpenter, and was a member of the Ellwood City Eagles Club.

A blood drive is held every year near the anniversary of Richard’s death so that a priceless gift can be given to other families in his honor according to his mother Debra Murdock.  This drive is held every year in November and since starting in 2015 has collected 206 units of blood saving 618 lives. 

“This year’s drive is to celebrate the life of Richard Hogue.  It is to replenish the blood that Richard used during his emergency and to make sure that the blood is always there for other patients who need it,” says Rachel Bennett, Donor Recruitment Representative.

The blood drive will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Holy Redeemer Catholic Center Administrative Center Lunch Room, 300 Crescent Avenue, Ellwood City, PA 16117.  Donors are asked to park in the rear lot of the center

Appointments are encouraged, but walk-ins will be accepted.

To schedule a life saving appointment, visit www.vitalant.org, and search with Account Group code UZ0020906 or by zip code to schedule your donation. You can also make an appointment by calling 1-877-25VITAL or calling Rachel at 412-736-5506.