Donna Marie Petrillo Echols

Profile Updated: February 2, 2022
Class Year: 1972
Residing In: Middle River, MD USA
Spouse/Partner: Joseph L. Echols (deceased)
Occupation: Retired
Children: Richard, born 1985
Yes! Attending Reunion
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Started working at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office in 1971 and retired June 1, 2013. 42 years of service with the government. Married Joe Echols in 1974, divorced in 1999. Attended NVCC from 1992 to 1994 and received a Business Management Certification and graduated at the top of my class. I have one child, Richard. Richard was named after Richard Anderson (Dickie) who was a dear friend of mine and Joe Echols. I now live in Middle River, MD. I purchased my dream home on the water. I am single, but in a relationship which is going great.

School Story:

During biology class, "Spooky(Jim) Morgan put a frog down my back! I've hated frogs ever since!

How often do you get back to Alexandria?

Once a month

Do you still see/talk to/hang out with any classmates? Who?

I dont' see any former classmates. Recently at the last gathering in July 2012 and 2013, I caught up with some old friends and we have promised to keep in touch. I will be making some road trips. Katherine (Kitty) Williamson lives in Florida and I hope to visit her soon. Judy Pooton Targett and Wendy Doll are in Florida and I would love to visit them too. Visited Judy in 2013. Visited Sandy and Dean McAlister in May of 2019.

What would we be surprised to know about you?

That I love fast cars, old cars and horse racing and that I gamble now and then.

What are your memories of high school (i.e. secret crush, embarrassing moment, funniest thing you did in high school, favorite high school hang out, favorite teachers)?

Some of my favorite memories are hanging out with my friends in front of the gym and at the football games. Also, the Sadie Hawkin's dance when I could do the asking. Recently found a Sadie Hawkins marriage certificate to Jack Mickie. I had forgotten about that.

One teacher that made an impression was Mr. Combs. He gave us a test and warned us to read the test before making a mark on it - well don't you know everyone failed the test because at the bottom of the test, it said do not make a mark on this test!

Biggest thing you would do differently if you went back to your time at high school?

Select a better class schedule and not be so shy.

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