To her husband John, she was an incredible gift— not only a partner but a true companion— kind to everyone, funny, and fiercely loyal.
Much of her life was spent as an educator caring and often fighting for the best interests of the hundreds of children she served.
She loved her grandchildren with her whole heart and delighted in creating activities and adventures for them. She devoted much time and care to her two young granddaughters and they benefited greatly from her generous and thoughtful spirit. She asked them to call her “Cookie” which was apt because she was without equal in her baking skills. She even managed her time and talent to provide beautiful custom campaign cookies to support local female candidates she believed in.
She doted on her mother, sister, and nephews throughout her life. Family was always the focus.
She is survived by her husband John; stepdaughter Heather (Lesley); twin granddaughters Langdon and Elise; beloved sister Vickie Hale (Frank); three cherished nephews, Dylan, Ian and Connor; and an adorable but high maintenance mini toy poodle named “Beetle” who devotedly never left her side.
A celebration of Alisa’s life will be held on Friday, January 23rd, 2026 at 2pm ET at the TPC Piper Glen club located at 4300 Piper Glen Drive, Charlotte NC 28277.
Kindly RSVP to Heather at [email protected].
Donations can be made to the Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute in honor of Alisa and the many lives cut short by cancer.
