Diana Stein

I was a student at NMHU in the early 70's and have fond memories of my visits to La Galeria. I remember Diana reminiscing about her early childhood travel on trains and how wonderful the service was. In 2001 I discovered my mother's go-to cookbook "Historic Cookery" by Fabiola C. Gilbert was in tatters. To my surprise it was published by La Galeria. I wrote to Diana and asked if I could still get a copy. I still have my copy (I ordered two!) and the note she enclosed with it dated...

I am very sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. One day many will have the opportunity to live again. May the hope of everlasting life sustain and comfort you during this difficult time. John 17:3

There isn't a part of my summers when I was visiting Estella's Cafe or growing up in Las Vegas that the Stein family aren't part of it. As I was growing up the love of books was always encouraged by the Steins. My first paying job was dusting books at Los Artisanos. To her family I am so sorry for your loss. I am at loss for words.

My condolences. I worked for Diana and Joe in the 60s. They are important. Kathleen (Duggan) Holcomb

Diana was a great inspiration to me, acting as a mentor, friend and wonderful example of what goals a woman can achieve. My deepest condolences to both Sari and Liz on the passing of their mother. Love, Ed and Marissa Curnutte, Chandler, AZ

I'll always remember her; our conversations were always a joy.

Diana and Joe meant the world to me when I was a kid growing up in Las Vegas. This isn't exaggerating -- they would always put me onto new books they thought I would like and introduced me to the world of reading and of bold writers and all that encouraged me out into the broader world. I've stopped by a couple of times over the years when I was in town to remind her how much she did for me. What a wonderful, inspiring woman!

So grateful for Diana Stein's influence in Las Vegas, for her wonderful book store, and for her joie de vivre. Unforgettable.

So sorry to hear of Diana's passing.
I enjoyed visiting with her, having tremendously interesting discussions and sharing her love of books, cats and dogs.
I loved her letters and the pictures she used to mail.