Dawn Aleece Alexander-Stuber, a woman of remarkable strength, creativity, and dedication, passed away on March 17, 2026, at Willis-Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. After 5 years of a prolonged battle with her health, and many prayers on her behalf, she went on to her Heavenly home. She was 56 years old. She is now at peace with our Heavenly Father.
Dawn’s story began on April 14, 1969, at Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview, Texas. She grew up with a natural drive that defined her professional life. For over 25 years, Dawn was a staple of the airline industry. She was a true “self-made” success, beginning her career in baggage claim and tirelessly working her way up to management. Her colleagues knew her as a hard worker and leader who they could always depend on.
Beyond her professional life, Dawn was a woman of many colors and quirks. She had an infectious laugh that would fill any room and would talk to anyone, strangers or not about how proud she was of her children. Stubborn at times, she knew what she wanted and had a drive to always keep pushing, even when the odds were stacked against her. Whether she was enjoying a great movie surrounded by her loving pets and husband or spending time with her grandchildren, she never took any moment for granted. Above all, her greatest joy was her family. She was at her happiest when surrounded by her children and grandchildren, sharing stories and making memories.
Dawn’s legacy of hard work and love is carried on by her husband, John Stuber and his children Clare and Andrew; her mother, Betty Alexander; and her sister, Tricia Parr, along with Tricia’s children, Trinity and Tessie.
She was preceded in death by her father, Carnes Pierce Alexander, whom she was most excited to meet once again.
Her spirit lives on through her children and grandchildren:
Her daughter, Tabitha Cates and her spouse, Ray and their daughter Paycen;
Her daughter, Amber Cadenas and her children, Jamie, Addie, and Lucas;
Her daughter, Stephanie Shafer;
Her son, Carsen Shafer and his spouse, Fana.
Dawn was a light in the lives of those who knew her, and she will be deeply missed by her family, friends, and former colleagues.
Services will be held at the Alpine Church of Christ in Longview. Visitation will begin at 10:30am to 11:30am, with funeral services to be held immediately afterwards at noon.