Legacy Lives: Donna Wilfong
Donna Wilfong was born in Madison, WI on June 6, 1942, growing up on the East Side as a middle child with her two sisters. With Madison’s thoughtful city planning, abundance of parks and lakes, recreational opportunities, walking paths and great public transportation, Donna never felt a reason to leave, making Madison her permanent home. Donna cherishes the memories of tranquil summers spent canoeing and swimming in Madison's beautiful lakes.
Despite staying in her hometown, Donna, her husband, Dick Wilfong, and their three children, loved to travel, and she has many fantastic memories of exploring Europe and the United States. A standout memory is a five-week biking expedition through France and Holland with her friend. With just a map and a sense of adventure, they biked from hotel to hotel, enjoying the breathtaking scenery. She also fondly recalls RV trips across the U.S. with her kids, venturing into like the Appalachian Mountains, where they encountered plenty of bears! Beyond traveling, Donna has always adored the outdoors, spending countless hours enjoying long walks in nature, canoeing, and swimming.
In her 30s, Donna received a degree in accounting and proceeded to work for the Wisconsin Department of Revenue. Years later, Donna pursued a career as a travel agent fueled by her love for travel. This new career helped her visit wonderful places such as Moscow, Russia.
Donna has been a resident of Renaissance Senior Living of Hilldale since December 2023. She loves to spend her time enjoying the sunshine in the courtyard, engrossed in a good book, or enjoying lively conversation. We love hearing her travel stories and are grateful for her warmth, humor and kindness she brings to every interaction.
