Nichole Noel "Nikki" Horiye

Nichole Noel "Nikki" Horiye obituary

Nichole Noel "Nikki" Horiye

Nichole Horiye Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by McNutt Funeral Home - Conroe on Aug. 29, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Nichole Noel Horiye, née Kenfield of The Woodlands, Texas passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 27, 2025 at the age of 55.

Nichole or "Nikki" as she was referred to by her friends and family, was born in Portland, Maine on December 25, 1969 to John and Carol Kenfield. She grew up in California and Minnesota. Nikki earned a bachelor's degree from San Diego State University and a master's degree in business administration from Pepperdine University.

Nikki worked at various jobs in California and decided to move to Honolulu, Hawaii, after traveling there on a vacation. In Honolulu, she would meet her future husband, Gordon Horiye. On June 3, 2006 Nikki and Gordon were married with their friends and family in attendance.

In September of 2007, Nikki and Gordon moved to The Woodlands, Texas. She enjoyed playing golf, attending exercise classes, gardening, and caring for her many adopted Golden Retrievers and cats.

Nikki was preceded in death by her father John and stepmother Jan Kenfield.

Nikki is survived by her husband Gordon of The Woodlands Texas, mother Carol Kenfield of Nampa, Idaho, sister Kirsten Kenfield of Prescott, Arizona, stepdaughter Carolyn Ballinger, nee Horiye, stepsister Julie Karns, stepbrother Greg Sandman and stepsister Kristen Sandman.

The family has chosen to mourn privately at this time. For those who wish to offer condolences, in lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation in Nikki's honor to Golden Beginnings Golden Retriever Rescue of Houston.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

How to support Nichole's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Nichole Horiye's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Nichole Horiye's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?