Barbara Ann Brookhart

Barbara Ann Brookhart, 74, of Aurora passed away Friday, June 5, 2026 at Kensington Care Center in Aurora, surrounded by those who loved her. She was born September 13, 1951 in Somerset, PA to John A. and Ann E. (DePetro) Perigo. She was a graduate of Mayfield High School and Miami University of Ohio. Barbara was an active member of The Church in Aurora, including participation on the Church Board, Women's Guild, Study Club, Chancel Choir, and Adult Handbell Choir. She also served as the director of the Littlest Choir and Adult Handbell Choir. Active in the Aurora community as well, Barbara was a member of the Aurora Schools Foundation. She was a 35-year career public school music educator at Heath and Aurora City Schools. A beloved and respected member of the Aurora community, Barbara's impact on former students, colleagues, and church members is immeasurable. Barbara loved spending time with her family, spoiling all of her grandchildren and grandpets, and traveling whenever she could. Survivors include her husband of 51 years Gary, children Brian Lee (Sarah Barron) Brookhart and Carey Ann (D.J.) Colella, grandchildren Avery Lauren, Adrienne Sophia, David Riley and Adalind Rose, several grandpets, and numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents and her siblings Lucille Champ and Angelo "Butch" Perigo. A celebration of her life will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, June 13, 2026 at The Church in Aurora, with an opportunity to meet with the family afterward. In lieu of flowers, memorials should be made to The Church in Aurora Music Fund, 146 S. Chillicothe Road, Aurora, OH 44202 or Aurora Schools Foundation, PO Box 643, Aurora, OH 44202. Condolences and memories of Barbara may be shared with the family at www.sscfuneralhomes.com.