In April of 2015, David Morse passed away. He was raised in Marblehead and graduated from Holderness School in New Hampshire and Hamline University. He was voted a lifelong member of the Gerry No. 5 V.F.A. in Marblehead and was the chairman of the blood drive. He organized three drives a year for 21 years.

In his memory, the next Gerry 5 blood drive will be June 11 from 1-7pm. Steak tips and french fries will be offered to everyone who donates.