City Faces in Different Places
By Julie Perine on February 20, 2022 from City Faces
This week's City Face is Donna Starkey Meet her and her family and learn why she loves Bridgeport, WV here:
Tell us about you and your family (and pets) and how long you've lived here in Bridgeport.
Hi! My name is Donna Starkey. I've lived in Bridgeport for the last 20 years. I graduated from Roosevelt Wilson (RW) High School. I became a pharmacy technician in 2000 and I operated as co-owner of a local pharmacy, The Prescription Shop, for four years. I have three children. My daughter Breanna is 14 years old. She is in 8th grade at Bridgeport Middle School. Breanna takes vocal lessons and has performed at local events, such as the Pickleball tournament in October 2021. She is the youngest of two oldere half siblings: Jeffrey Parsons and his wife Tiffany of Bridgeport and Ashley Glass of Shinnston. I also have eight beautiful grandchildren, including a set of twin boys: Abigail, Jade, Aiden, Maxum, Ezra, Elias, Mason, and Madalynn. I have two small dogs, Rudy and Zoe, a cat Bella and a bird Felix.
Tell us about your significant other and how you met...
I've been married for 18 years to Adam Starkey We met working at The Prescription Shop Pharmacy.
Why do you like it here?
It's a great community and I love how everyone comes together at football games on Friday nights.
What's your favorite event here in our city?
My favorite event would be Light Up Night. It brings everyone together and it just sets the mood for Christmas, which is my favorite time of year.
What about a spot that you frequent?
Bridgeport City Pool is a very special place for me and my daughter. In the past, we've met up with a lot of friends there. .
Where do you work and what do you do there?
At the present, I do not work. I get to stay home and act as a chauffeur for my daughter and her friends ... lol. It also gives me the time to spend with my grandchildren.
What are some of your favorite pasttimes and hobbies?
My favorite pasttime is spending time with my family. I love having cookouts and celebrating the 4th of July. I also enjoy decorating, especially at Christmas time.
Do you have any goals - personal or professional - either shortterm or longterm?
I wo uld love to spend more time with my grandchildren.
Tell us about one of your favorite Bridgeport memories.
My favorite Bridgeport memory would have to be when my daughter Breanna was chosen for the Benedum Festival Little Miss Queen in 2014.
What are your favorite area foods/restaurants?
My favorite restaurants are the Caboose, Twin Oaks and Farmhouse Ice Cream.
What tines are on your playlist?
I listen to a little bit of everything.
What about favorite movies or TV shows? Are you streaming anything now or have recently that you recommend?
My favorite movie is "The Notebook." I have been watching Netflix frequently. I just finished up "Virgin River" and "Sweet Magnolias" and I highly recommend both.
If you could vacation anywhere in the world, where would you go? And what are some of your favorite vacations to date?
I would love to go to the Bahamas. One of my favorite facations was taking my daughter Breanna to Disney World for the first time. I also love the south. we have vacationed a lot at Hilton Head Island, SC and Savannah, Ga.
What is an interesting tidbit about you?
I was the top salesperson for JC Penney Jewelry for four years. And I have eight grandchildren! lol
