Karen Nicoff
November 6, 1955 – January 29, 2026
Karen Nicoff, born in Detroit, Michigan, passed away on January 29, 2026, at the age of 70.
She was the beloved daughter of the late Ted and Katherine Nicoff and sister of the late Doreen Nicoff. Karen is lovingly remembered by her many cousins: Cheryl (Patrick) Pyers, Christopher (Susan) Vasileff, Nicolene (Chris) Roffey, Stephanie (Chris) Bostock, Kelly (Ric) Gowan, and Bryan (Marlene) Branoff, as well as the late Lennie, Michael, and George.
Karen was a proud and devoted aunt to twenty-one nieces and nephews and eight great-nieces and great-nephews, whom she absolutely adored and joyfully spoiled at every opportunity.
She was deeply involved in the Bearded Collie Club and was a passionate breeder who took great pride in her dogs. Karen loved entertaining, opening her home and heart to family and friends, and was known for her warmth, generosity, and lively spirit.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at O'Brien/Sullivan Funeral Home, 41555 Grand River Avenue, Novi, Michigan, with a Trisagion service at 7:00 p.m. Interment will take place on Wednesday, February 4, 206 at Oakland Hills Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to
Beardie Rescue c/o Bearded Collie Club of America Charitable Trust
Karen will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.