Kari Leigh Brooks

May 6, 1973 - February 1, 2017

05/06/1973 - 02/01/2017

Kari Leigh Brooks, 43, of Newport News, Virginia, departed this life far too soon on February 1, 2017. She was born on May 6, 1973, in Heidelberg, Germany, but had been a resident of the Peninsula area of Virginia for most of her life. Kari was a 1991 graduate of Denbigh High School and attended Thomas Nelson Community college.
She was preceded in death by her father, George M. Brooks, Jr. She is survived by her Mother, Linda Brooks of Newport News; her daughter, Kristen Peifer-Waymire and her husband, Josh of St. Mary’s, Georgia; her son, Zachary Peifer of Newport News; a brother, Gregg Brooks and his wife ,Jessica and their soon to be born baby of Richmond, Va; a nephew, Trevor; her partner of 12 years Rick Molthrop; her grandmother, Honey; many uncles, aunts and cousins throughout the country and of course her dog, Rowdy.
Her free spirit, huge heart and unique sense of style will be remembered by all those whose lives she touched. Kari was a devoted mother, daughter, partner, sister, aunt and a friend to so many. Known for her sales savvy and unwavering conviction, and for often being the most stubborn person in the room, her infectious laugh will be missed by us all.
Kari will be cremated and interred next to her father in Peninsula Memorial Park at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Kari’s name to the American Heart Association or the Peninsula SPCA.

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Monique Cahoon
7 years ago

Dear Linda,
Our thoughts and prayers to you and your family during these difficult times. Again so sorry for your loss. Sending you lots of love. Monique, Maire , Vaitiare and Ando.

C. Harris
7 years ago

Sorry for the loss of your dear love one. May you find comfort in God’s promise to swallow up death forever and wipe the tears from all faces. Isaiah 25:8

Jamillah Amor
7 years ago

You will be missed, Kari! Taurus for life…

Andrea Hogge
7 years ago

Thinking of her family and friends during this difficult time. I haven’t seen Kari in a few years but she was always smiling and friendly..She will be missed

Jaime Frontin Vaught
7 years ago

Kari, you were a mentor to me and someone I looked up to in our days at MCI…I am saddened to hear of your passing..fly with the angels babygirl!

Michelle King
7 years ago

We will miss you Kari.

Brian Chesser
7 years ago

Was in high school with Kari sad to hear too young

Steven ortman
7 years ago

Truly a great person she will definitely be missed. Taken way too soon.

Steven ortman
7 years ago

Truly a great warm hearted person. Gone way too soon.

Varcilla
7 years ago

You will so missed Kari. Remember all the good times in MCI with you. God bless you and your family will be keeping one and all in prayers.