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Ms. Idaho Senior 2009, DiAnne Wilson, has been a resident of Caldwell, Idaho for over thirty-seven years. She married her high school sweetheart forty years ago. They have two children and two grandchildren.
DiAnne worked in human resources at the College of Idaho for fifteen years. For a period of time she owned and operated Mountain View Bed & Breakfast. She then went to work for Canyon County and later with the Caldwell Police Department where she is currently employed as the administrative assistant to the chief of police.
DiAnne has always had a great interest in singing. She began singing in her grandmother's church at the age of seven and has been singing ever since. She was in concert choir in high school and college, sang in a girl's trio in college and later at her church, and has performed in high school musicals; she currently sings with her church worship team.
DiAnne found great fulfillment volunteering as 4-H leader in recent years past. Currently she volunteers through Gideons by presenting weekly Bible studies to the women in the Canyon County jail. She is also actively involved in the Mentoring Network where she has been enriched by sharing her life with students who just need a friend and listening ear.
Currently she serves as the district secretary to the Southern Idaho District Council women's ministry department. She is currently secretary of the Fraternal Order of Police. She also enjoys being a volunteer with DARE programs and the Idaho Youth Games.
DiAnne loves to spend her free time reading, gardening, sewing, and crafts and is especially passionate about designing purses. She loves to travel and is always ready for an adventure.
Of all the accomplishments in her life, she is most proud of the many beautiful and meaningful relationships she has established with people of all ages and walks of life. She finds the desire to meet and get to know people irresistable. Being surrounded with people she loves enriches her life immensely. She adores her husband, children and grandchildren and knows she is a better person today because of them.
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The Ms. Senior America Pageant is
the world's first and foremost pageant to emphasize and give honor to
women who have reached the "Age of Elegance." It is a search
for the gracious lady who best exemplifies the dignity, maturity and
inner beauty of all senior Americans. The Ms. Senior America philosophy
is based upon the belief that seniors are the foundation of America, and our
most valuable treasure. It is upon their knowledge, experience and
resources that the younger generation has the opportunity to build a
better society.
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