Dawn was born the daughter of Donald and Alice (Waatti) Carver in Royal Oak, Michigan on May 19, 1966. Dawn attended Dondero High School and resided in Royal Oak and Madison Heights during her lifetime. She attended First Unity Church.
Dawn loved to cook. She was drawn to caring for animals, especially dogs.
Dawn is survived by her siblings Lynn (John) Mills, Nona (Michael) Galloway, Terry (Jimmy) Powell, Karen (Mark) Vestrand, Fred Carver, and Rusty (Laurie) Carver; as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Dawn was predeceased by her parents.
A private memorial service will be held by the family in the future.