Artimece M. Schmidt

Minnie Artimece (Artie) Moore Schmidt, 89, of Farmington, passed away Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at the Bloomfield Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. She was born July 17, 1927, in Barnhart, Texas the daughter of William Frederick Moore and MinnieZola Ryan Moore.
Artie married the love of her life Howard W. Schmidt on May 31, 1947 in San Angelo, Texas. They moved to several states before settling down in San Juan County in 1962. They have three beautiful children. Artie loved sewing and cooking. During the holidays, you would always find her standing in the kitchen making Christmas candy for her family. There was never a trip to her house that didn't include a fabulous dessert. Artie was a beautiful wife, mother and granny. She will be deeply missed by us all.
Artie was preceded in death by her husband, Howard W. Schmidt; parents, William Frederick Moore and MinnieZola Ryan Moore; brother, W.J (Jr.) Moore; and her sister, Zola Beryl Weddle. She is survived by her sons, Bill and his wife, Barbara and Rick and his wife, Kathleen; daughter, Connie Walters; nine grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren.
A private memorial has taken place at Greenlawn Cemetery.
Artie's care is entrusted to Brewer, Lee and Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St. in Farmington, 505-325-8688. Those who wish to express their condolences may do so at serenityandcompany.com.