Rafko, Kaye Lani (c. 1963–)

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Rafko, Kaye Lani (c. 1963–)

Miss America and nurse. Name variations: Kaye Lani Wilson. Born Kaye Lani Rae Rafko c. 1963 in Monroe, Michigan; m. Charles (Chuck) Wilson; children: 3.

Became a registered nurse; named Miss America (1988), representing Michigan; became a motivational speaker and an advocate for nursing and hospice programs; opened a hospice in Monroe, Michigan.