Blood Donor Honored With "Liz Lewis Day"

Shepeard Community Blood Center celebrated the retirement of long-serving employee Liz Lewis on June 4. Lewis, a phlebotomist, was honored with a municipal proclamation of "Liz Lewis Day" in Aiken. She had been an employee since 1981, most recently serving as a "center lead" at the Hitchcock Plaza site.

During her tenure, Lewis personally assisted 112,461 blood donors, demonstrating a commitment to public health. She recalled her early days at the center when it was a small building, noting its significant expansion over the years to multiple locations.

Lewis also reflected on the challenges and rewards of her work, emphasizing the comfort and efficiency of the donation process. She noted the deep relationships formed with donors, whom she often saw grow up over the years. Shepeard Community Blood Center was founded in 1978 and honors Dr. Walter L. Shepeard, a pioneer in blood banking.