Sophie Jane Arp

Sophie Jane (Sybelnik) Arp, better known as Flipper to those who really knew her, was 94 years old when she passed away on February 11, 2021.  Jane originated from Struthers, Ohio, and has been a resident of Albuquerque, NM, since 1962. 

She is preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Donald G. Arp, parents John and Anna Sybelnik, sisters Alice Gartman and Josephine Kinkela, and brother Frank Sybelnik. 

She is survived by her children Sandra (Mike) Stoy, John (Debbie) Arp, Douglas Arp, Sharon Arp (Luis Paz), and Gus (Sidney) Arp; grandchildren John Michael Arp, David Arp, Mario Paz, Alex Paz, and Alisha Paz; great grandchildren Graysen Arp, Braeden Arp, William Arp, Alayna Arp, and Olivia Arp; and siblings Helen Bux and Pauline (Ted) Williamson.

Jane will always be remembered for her independence, quick wit, and “telling it like it is”. She was an excellent baker with her chocolate chip cookies, cakes, pies, Christmas fudge, and kolache. Interment will be at the Santa Fe National Cemetery at 3pm, June 18, 2021. As Jane would say “Bye, Bye, Bye, Scram” for now.

In lieu of flowers please make a donation in Jane’s name to your favorite charity.