Elvera Beiker is 92 years old, but she has the energy of someone half her age.

As a member of the Rooks County Health Center Auxiliary she has volunteered at the blood drives in Plainville for many years. Beiker has served as coordinator the past two years.

The American Red Cross blood drive December 13 in Plainville is in honor of Beiker.

“Elvera has quite a sense of humor,” said Red Cross Donor Recruitment Representative Cathy Younger. “She organizes the drives, recruits all of the volunteers, and doesn’t let any donor leave without having made an appointment for their next donation.”

“I’ve found it very rewarding to be able to help people in need,” said Beiker. “I enjoy seeing the donors at each drive and I will continue to help with the blood drives here as long as I can!”

The December 13 blood drive is from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 204 N. Irving, Plainville.