Laura Schmidt, 23, passed away and joined the Lord on June 13, 2015. She was born April 6, 1992 in Chandler, Arizona. Laura was diagnosed with cancer in January 2015 and faced it with a tremendous amount of strength and courage. It was a very difficult battle, but her passing was peaceful and she was surrounded by the love of her family and friends. Laura had deep and abiding faith and it was reflected in how she lived her life. She was caring, compassionate, loving, talented, and she had a fantastic sense of humor. She loved animals, but her love for horses was unmeasurable.
Laura was very artistic. She was involved in theatre arts in high school and was enrolled in the art program at the University of Arizona. She had an amazing spirit and she will be greatly missed by many. Laura is survived by her mother, Teresa Schmidt; father, Gary Schmidt; grandfather, Joseph Schmidt; two sisters, Olivia Bartfalvi and Michelle Sifuentes; two nieces, Mercedes Martin and Mia Bartfalvi; and one nephew, Tage Martin.
She is also survived by many loved family and friends. On Thursday, June 18, 2015, a visitation and rosary will be held from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
at Green Acres Mortuary and Cemetery located at 401 N. Hayden Road, Scottsdale, AZ 85257. On Friday, June 19, 2015, the church service will be held at 9:30 a.m. at St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church at 3450 W. Ray Road, Chandler, AZ 85226 with the burial to follow at Green Acres Mortuary.
A reception will be held at St. Andrew's following the services.
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