Everyday Heroes
Published: May 29, 2005
Joan Clark
Volunteer with the Union County Chapter of the American Red Corss
MOTTO: “Thank the Lord for this day and send someone my way that I can help or that can help me.”
AGE: 56.
HOMETOWN: Monroe; has lived in Marshville for 18 years.
HER WORK: Has been volunteering at the Red Cross since 1999; handles data entry; involved with the Armed Forces Emergency Services program; responds to disasters with her husband Fred Clark, co-captain of a Red Cross disaster team; she and her mom Aleene Christenberry also help at blood drives and health fairs.
WHY SHE DOES IT: She got involved with the service group after her husband began volunteering there and says she enjoys working with the people and educating others about what the organization does. She also can relate to those who have suffered catastrophes such as fires. “We had a fire ourselves. When you go through that, you can relate to someone that has a disaster.”
WHAT OTHERS SAY: “Joan and Aleene epitomize the work of the Red Cross. Whether it’s helping a family burned out of their home, supporting our local troops … or helping at first aid stations, they truly know that together we can save lives in Union County.” Bette Wojcicki, director of the Preparedness Program.
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