Tonette Walker

Tonette Marie Tarantino Walker (born October 19, 1955) served as the first lady of Wisconsin from 2011–2019 as the wife of Scott Walker, the 45th governor of Wisconsin. Early life and family Tonette Marie Tarantino was born on October 19, 1955, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the daughter of Geraldine Marie (Minorik) and Anthony "Tony" Tarantino. Her father's family was Sicilian. She spent more than 20 years employed in the insurance industry before working for the American Diabetes Association. She was raised Catholic. First Lady of Wisconsin In her capacity as the First Lady of Wisconsin, Walker worked in partnership with various foundations and non-profit organizations to better recognize, understand, and address the effects of trauma on the lives of children and families in Wisconsin. Walker also worked regularly with Teen Challenge of Wisconsin, a faith-based organization dedicated to the healing and rehabilitation of teens and young adults with substance abuse addictions.