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AMY ARNAZ

1951 - 2015

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1951

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2015

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AMY ARNAZ Obituary

AMY ARNAZ Amy Laura Arnaz, age 63, of Boulder City, passed away Jan. 23, 2015, surrounded by family. She will be remembered as a loving wife, mother, friend to all, and an extraordinary dance teacher. She was born Sept. 12, 1951, in Chicago, to Charles and Libby Kral Bargiel. She married Desi Arnaz Jr. Oct. 8, 1987. She moved to Boulder City from Las Vegas in 1979. Amy was the founder of Dance Etc. and Boulder City Ballet Company, where she taught thousands of people to love dance as she did. She was the owner of Boulder Theatre and loved the arts. She was a woman of strong faith and was part of the New Life Foundation, based on the writings of spiritual author Vernon Howard. Amy is survived by her husband, Desi Arnaz Jr.; her daughter, Haley of Boulder City; a brother, Tom (Gloria) Bargiel; a sister, Lisa Bargiel; and a niece, Desiree Bargiel. Family will be holding private services. Family and friends may sign an online memorial guestbook at www.bouldercityfamilymortuary.com

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Published by Las Vegas Review-Journal on Jan. 28, 2015.

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NANCY Kibler

January 22, 2025

REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE DEAR BEAUTIFUL AMY

Jc

January 22, 2025

Thinking of you today Miss Amy

Darwin

April 12, 2024

Robert, your post reads that Ms. Amy died on 4/11/24. She passed away in 2015 and you just learned about it on 4/11/24.
Try this! We just found out on 4/11/2024 that Ms. Amy had passed away in 2015.

Robert Camilleri

April 11, 2024

I had the honor of seeing Desi Arnaz, Jr and Linda Purl perform a concert together at the Boulder Theatre in 2006 or 2007. Desi referred to his wife Amy as Ms. Amy and the mentioned her during the concert. I just found out Amy had passed on April 11, 2024. She will be missed by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Darwin L Tiffany

January 11, 2022

The Tiffany family still thinks of Amy quite often and how kind and giving she was. Still go to Lake Mead often and hope to meet up with Desi one of these days.
Darwin

Janie

January 10, 2022

Sending love and light to you Desi and your loving family. All the way from Australia

Daisy NcPherson

May 16, 2020

She answered an email I asked about Desi starring in Voyage of the Yes I wanted to know if a song!She answered my inquiry and I thought what a good wife she was to Handle Desi Arnaz Jr fan mail! So sorry to hear she passed!

Dr. Jan Broberg Carter

September 19, 2019

Remembering you as our 50th VHS reunion nears, missing you always. I treasure still, our connection.

Justine

September 18, 2019

Your light is still shining bright

September 23, 2018

I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your wife. It's very rare to have a long lasting marriage. You can look back at all the good times you both shared together.

Nancy Kibler

January 27, 2018

rest in peace beautiful lady. the world misses you. god bless

gloria turner

January 26, 2018

rip Amy Laura

Michelle Corbin

February 24, 2017

I only just discovered that Amy passed away and I am so sorry! While I didn't know her personally, we communicated several times via snail and e-mails when I purchased some pictures and a CD. Talk about gracious, her notes just radiated warmth and kindness and I thought she was one classy lady! I'm sure many who knew her would agree with me as well. My heart goes out to Desi, Haley and all friends and family, I am very saddened to find this out at such a late date but please know you are in my thoughts and prayers and so is Amy. She was special, loved and I'm sure deeply missed. I would have loved to have really known her and will always treasure my interactions with her, what a super human being and all around good egg. Sending love and condolences to those who did have the pleasure of her company, God bless all of you.

Jorge Munoz

January 28, 2017

As a cuban American and 59 years old i identified with the humor your dad brought to me to this day i live in seattle 24 years now and visit las vegas every year i have even stayed at the historic boulder hotel hoping i would run into you . will be in may . thanks from me and my wife .

Sally McAlorum

January 23, 2017

Thinking of you as you grieve the loss of your dear Amy one year ago today. May the New Year bring you less pain and more joy as you hold your most treasured memories close to your heart. Blessings and love.

April 3, 2016

YOU WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN...

CHARISSE

Cynthia Harris

February 5, 2016

Dear Desi,
We actually moved to Boulder City because of Amy. She was encouraging and welcoming. Our family absolutely loved her. Please know we think of you and your loss often. You are in our prayers.

Lauren Nichols

February 4, 2016

Desi, I just found out about Amy. I am so sorry for your loss. She was a very special person and taken from you much too soon.

Darwin Tiffany

January 10, 2016

Desi,
Met Amy two times and enjoyed her warmth that she gave to a dear friend of mine who was such a big fan of your Mothers. Amy reached out during a hard time in this persons life and touched hers. Our family has had the benefit of touching yours and memories will last forever of the kindness Amy showed to us.
Thank you Desi and may God be with you always.
Darwin Tiffany

Wendelin Harrison

October 23, 2015

I was blessed to be in her dance classes at the university.in the 70's - I remember Amy cranking Haley's baby swing at the edge of the dance floor, and thinking what a dear, sweet person she is. My prayers to Amy,s family. I am so very sorry.

Ellen Sousa

July 24, 2015

Just read today and am so sorry. She was special. She sent me 2 letters about 5 years ago after writing to her about my husband dying of brain cancer at 45. And now she dies of the same thing, also on a 23rd. I was stunned and am so sorry for everyone's loss. I went to the theater a few times and Desi was working the lights. Bought a little Ricky Teddy Bear there one night that I will especially treasure now.

July 5, 2015

Dear Desi-
So sorry for your loss.

Big fan of your mother. Tracy Clark I was shocked when I learned of her passing.

Barbara Grandi

June 3, 2015

Belated condolences to Desi Arnaz Jr. and your family.
Rest in Peace Amy Arnaz.

March 20, 2015

Amy and Chuck

Greg Kitz

March 20, 2015

I've known Amy for many years. He dad was a very good friend to my father. I was going through some old photos and came across some "really old shots" and started to wonder how she was doing. I'm saddened to hear of her passing. My heart goes out to her family.

Sarah Newcomb

March 17, 2015

Although I did not personally know Amy Arnaz, I became enchanted with her and her inspiritational writings on her blog after contacting her regarding one of the Lucy Fest celebrations in Jamestown, NY. I have been fans of her husband and family forever and connected with her regarding one of the festivals. She was so kind and responsive, I was immediately touched and became a regular fan of her writing and blog. It is clear to me that Amy was a spiritually connected woman who gave much to others and had a heart filled with love. It is no surprise to me that Desi Arnaz chose a woman like this to spend life with. My sincerest condolences to the Arnaz family for this loss of a great woman. She WILL be remembered. Very sincerely from a forever fan of the entire Arnaz family! Sarah Newcomb, Queens, NY

Kathy Roper

March 13, 2015

Losing someone you love who was such a beautiful and inspirational person is so difficult. Just as painful are the days, weeks and more following your loss. Just a note to let the entire Arnaz family know, that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you continue this difficult journey. May your love and memories guide you. She is in a beautiful place and she is now your special angel. Take care






t

March 2, 2015

Desi Arnaz,Jr., my belated condolences and sympathy to you and family. Kristine Cimmy

February 26, 2015

I'm sorry for your loss. I hope that you can lean among friends in this difficult time. may the sayings of 2 Thessalonans 2:16 comfort you during this difficult time.

Linda Richardson

February 18, 2015

Thoughts are with her family and friends. Never met her but thought I knew her through her blog and emails. What a lovely woman who helped me get through a tough time with my own daughter. Hugs to her always!

Bonnie Willow

February 11, 2015

I'm sending my love to Amy and Desi, for the loss of your precious mother and wife. My interactions with Amy were few, but beautiful. May her memory comfort you always.

Joanne Mikol

February 7, 2015

My deepest sympathies for the Bargiel family & Sweet Haley..My dearest mom and I had wonderful memories surround cousin Amy & the Bargiel Family..missed Amy lotss!!!

john dwyer

February 5, 2015

Condolences to you Desi and wishing you many loving memories of your marriage.

Michael Mill

February 4, 2015

AN ANGEL DANCING

A sprightly Angel dancing
Within Celestial Light;
The Life she lived: Inspired;
Her Legacy: Delight!

She whirls & twirls so beautifully,
Enchanting every sphere;
She glides with grace, through endless space,
So far away, yet near:

For Amy still will live within;
The talents she possessed
Are shining brightly in the hearts
Of countless lives she blessed.

Yes, Amy's Spirit's with us now,
In each dance yet-to-be;
So hold this precious Angel always
In Love's Memory.

February 2, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with Amy's family. Amy was a special person who made the world a better place. She will be missed by so many.

Elma Jurva

February 2, 2015

Miss Amy was such a lady..she was so loyal to Boulder City and loved and cared for all the children and there families..she was so willing to put her self out for a cause..may she now rest in Peace..I am so sad for her family..

February 2, 2015

Jim and Sandy Leach

Joan Dean and Gabe Stertzer

February 1, 2015

So sorry and shocked about the passing of Amy she is an angel, loving, kind, and selfless... Most importantly a role model. Our condolences to all the loved ones she left behind.

Cousin Sue

February 1, 2015

I will miss you, cousin Amy, but now you are in God's hands. I have sent in 4 family photos in memory of our youth. Such good memories of when all were so young and playful. Rest in peace.

Amy, Susie & Joey (Tommy to left of Amy)

Sue Bargiel Robertson

February 1, 2015

Amy, Aunt Libbie, Tommy and Lisa

Sue Bargiel Robertson

February 1, 2015

Susie, Joey, Amy and Tommy

Sue Bargiel Robertson

February 1, 2015

AMY, SUSIE AND TOMMY

Sue Bargiel Robertson

February 1, 2015

Peter Borreggine

February 1, 2015

Desi, God bless the loving memory of your wife. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this very difficult time... Put your faith and trust in the Lord...for he shall comfort you. Pete Borreggine

Art Kitchen

January 31, 2015

R.I.P. Amy Arnaz

Art Kitchen
Sun City AZ

Paula Stephens

January 31, 2015

Desi & Family, I am so sorry for your Loss. Our Deepest Sympathy for you & your entire Family.

Paul Brownstein

January 31, 2015

Dear Desi

My heartfelt condolences on your great loss.

Her spirit touched even those of us who only met her a few times. You were blessed with an extraordinary woman and her love will be with you always. May her memory comfort you now and forever.

Love
Paul Brownstein

Deb Winer

January 31, 2015

At this shocking news, my deepest, heartfelt condolences, Desi and Lucie and loving family. A lovely person with a beautiful soul that embraced everyone, even on the shortest acquaintance. I share sadness and love.

for Amy who loved animals

Melissa Geraci

January 31, 2015

sending the family of Amy love and blessings...Melissa Geraci

Lisa Goldman

January 31, 2015

Was so very nice to meet you. Wish we could have shared more times. You will be remembered fondly always. Lisa goldman, your birthday buddy.

January 31, 2015

My heartfelt sympathies go out to the family and friends during this difficult time. I hope that the promise found in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 can bring you some comfort. Knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be so reassuring.

Robin Hanning

January 30, 2015

God Bless you all. I have been remembering you all in my prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
From a fan...

Marc Colver

January 30, 2015

Desi and family,
So very for your loss.

Lorrie Arias

January 30, 2015

Condolences to you and your family during this difficult time. May God fortify you with the strength of his never ending love.

Bruce Palait

Bruce Palait

January 30, 2015

R.I.P.

Rabbi Melissa Tishk

January 30, 2015

I was so sorry to learn of Miss Amy's passing. My heartfelt condolences to the family. I was a student of hers-many years ago- and was fortunate to play the "Snow Queen" in the Nutcracker. May God keep her memory and spirit alive in those whose lives she touched.

January 30, 2015

May the good Lord bless her spirit
Be strong & keep the faith-
Our sympathies & prayers are with your family
-Marylou Rivera & family

Gigi Horowitz

January 30, 2015

Desi and Haley, Your Amy was an Angel on Earth...you know this and everyone she met, knows this also.

Kim & Sean Smith

January 30, 2015

Our deepest sympathies for the Arnaz family. May love and wonderful memories surround you.
With thoughts and prayers,

January 30, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss :(

Rachel C

January 30, 2015

Dearest Desi and family,

I am sorry to hear of Amy's passing, may she rest in eternal peace and may the many wonderful memories you shared comfort you always. Your fan, Rachel

julie jacobs

January 30, 2015

i only had the joy of being in her presence for a few short days - during the miami run of BABALU… i liked her immediately and SO enjoyed the little blocks of time we shared during those days. My deepest sympathy to desi and haley - and to all who are grieving her loss.

Kristi Alnutt

January 30, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers are with u and your family.

Donna Bona

January 30, 2015

Dear Desi & family,

Amy sounded like a remarkable person. You both were very fortunate to find each other. Treasure those memories, keep them close to your heart. When you think of her just remember the good times God gave you.

Sorry for your loss.

Hal Weller

January 30, 2015

In 2011 Amy spoke at a special occasion for Vassili Sulich, her mentor and founder of the Nevada Dance Theatre, as he was honored with a Star on the Las Vegas Walk of Stars. Amy's tribute can be seen at 29:00 and 55:00 of this video: http://vimeo.com/33278900 With my condolences to her family and many friends. ~ Hal Weller

January 30, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss, Desi & Haley. Prayers for your comfort & love to your family. Denise Cornett

Tina Coleman

January 30, 2015

I never knew her personally but from what I've read she was one classy lady! And it is so heartbreaking that she is gone at a young age! I've lived through the loss of my youngest sister my father died at 49 and my daughter at 18, this is just not suppose to be this way! You've all given the public so much, we can never repay you! May time help you all cope with this great loss! Sincerely Tina Coleman from Spokane Washington

darlene potts

January 30, 2015

desi u and your family stay strong so very sorry

Jeff Jancarek

January 30, 2015

Heartfelt condolences to you, Desi, and your family in this time of sadness...

Suzanne Walcher

January 30, 2015

Amy and I connected as blogging pals, and I treasure the last email I received from her. My blog post this week is dedicated to my sweet friend..

I like to believe that instead of an ending for Amy, her death is a beginning, like the curtain calls she'd made so many times, and now she is spinning and dancing across a magical stage, taking the ultimate leap away from darkness and towards the sunlight.

My heart is with Desi, Haley and all who loved Amy so much.

My blog post can be found, here:

http://www.privetandholly.com/2015/01/the-leap.html#.VMuDd4rF8y8

Juli Gunderson

January 30, 2015

Desi Jr, I am so sorry for your loss! You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

January 29, 2015

Dear Desi and family.... So sorry for your loss! I offer my condolences to you. May God bless you in this time of grief! Dawn Brown (FB friend of Lucie Luckinbill)

Elba Soberal

January 29, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Please remember, you will see her again. She is in a better place, feeling no pain, surrounded by love, and beauty. I wish you peace in heart, mind, and spirit. God Bless you and your family.
Elba Soberal

R. Christian Anderson

January 29, 2015

Sending the Arnaz family my deep condolences on the loss of Amy. God bless you.

nick

January 29, 2015

Desi, my deepest condolences to you and your family.

Michael Stern

January 29, 2015

you were a shining light to us. You will always be a shining light to me. I love you. You will be missed.
Michael Stern

Elizabeth Rhoades

January 29, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss. May the peace of The Lord be with you at this difficult time. We will always remember Amy. Love and hugs. Elizabeth ( Beth) Rhoades

Jane Acton

January 29, 2015

To Desi and your beautiful family..may Heaven fill your sadness with memories of joy...and may an infinite peace fill the very depth of your mind, heart and soul and may the everlasting love and respect you shared be an inimitable strength to carry you through life...my prayers have been with you all week and will continue.

Tammy Trantales

January 29, 2015

Desi, I offer you and your family my sincere condolences for your loss. May your lovely memories of Amy comfort you during this difficult time. She will be watching over you. Desi, please look for signs that Amy is with you. I do not believe in coincidences. May Amy Rest in Peace.

Marc Raboy

January 29, 2015

We only met once very briefly, but I remember that you lit up the room.
Marc Raboy

gretchen klain

January 29, 2015

Desi and Julia,im very sorry for ur loss , I know u will miss her alot..xoxoxo

Juli Gunder

January 29, 2015

Desi Jr, I am so sorry for your loss! Prayers are being said for your family!

Juli Gunderson

January 29, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss! Prayers are being said for your family!

Traci Alvarez

January 29, 2015

Desi Jr and family, so sorry for you're loss. My thoughts are with you and you're family

Chris Gordon

January 29, 2015

my heart and prayers go out to the whole family, I loved your MOM and DAD

paula KNIGHT

January 29, 2015

Desi.and family. So sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers

January 29, 2015

My deepest sympathy for all of you. Prayers for Desi, Haley and your family. God bless you.
-Lisa Bailey
Birmingham, AL

Marcia Bursky

January 29, 2015

sincere condolences to the family on your loss.

January 29, 2015

Sending thoughts and prayers that in this time you all will be held in comofort and love. While it is only time we have please know that the legacy she gave us all will be with us forever.

Patricia Perkins

January 29, 2015

Prayers going out to you Desi and the rest of the family....God bless you and may He give you comfort.

Nancy Brand

January 29, 2015

Amy, you are such a beautiful person I will truly miss you. We grew up togather in las vegas like family. I know your in heaven now. God Bless you & your family I thank god for all the years weve had togather. Luv Nancy Brand, Las Vegas, NV

Renee Jensen

January 29, 2015

Rest in peace Amy Arnaz. Now you are with other members of the Arnaz family. My thoughts are with your family & friends.

Melissa Eastham

January 29, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Lifting you and your family in prayer for comfort.

Estela Sanchez

January 29, 2015

My most sincere condolences to Desi, Haley and family. Rest in peace Amy. Estela Sanchez/Miami, FL

Heidi Mello

January 29, 2015

Peace and Positive Energy going your way....from my Family to your Family. ...

Cheri Halda

January 29, 2015

Amy: You are now teaching the angels ballet. Thank you for keeping dance alive with your studio and teaching. Prayers to the Arnaz family.

Connie and Bob Ferraro

January 29, 2015

Please know that Miss Amy will always be in our hearts….we LOVED Miss. Amy so much and will always have wonderful memories of her. God bless you Desi, Haley, Lisa, Tom and Glo and the rest of her family.

rosemary kern

January 29, 2015

sorry for your loss,may God comfort you at this time.

Roy and Jackie Benton

January 29, 2015

Our deepest condolences to Desi, Hayley, and family members.. Miss Amy was and is a great influence on many people in Boulder City... there are no words to describe our sorrow.

Daryl Palmer

January 29, 2015

So sorry for your loss. Prayers of love for all.

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