Karen Carnovsky

Karen Carnovsky obituary, Royal Oak, MI

Karen Carnovsky

Karen Carnovsky Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Wm. Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors - Royal Oak on Feb. 16, 2026.
Karen Carnovsky, of Royal Oak, Michigan, passed away on January 12, 2026, at the age of 72.

Karen is the cherished wife of the late Charles, who preceded her in death in 2006; the loving mother of Ryan (Sarah) Carnovsky and John (fiancé Sabrina Sassine) Carnovsky; the adored grandmother of Ireland; and the dear sister of the late Joel Scheininger.

Karen's family will receive friends for a memorial service on Thursday, February 16, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Unity Church of Royal Oak, 2500 Crooks Road, Royal Oak, MI 48073.

Please share a story of Karen or leave a tribute at www.SullivanFuneralDirectors.com

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