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MONTOYA -- Albert "Veto" Montoya, 81, born in Dawson, NM, a resident of Albuquerque, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2008. He is survived by his beloved wife of 58 years, Mary Alice Montoya; son, Anthony Montoya and wife, Connie; daughters, Gloria Montoya, Terese Peralta and husband, John, Darlene Montoya and husband, Chris, Valerie Jaramillo and husband, Damian, and Kathy Montoya and Andy Molina; 15 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; sister, Ruth Trujillo; brother, Fred Montoya; and many extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Pat Caraveo; parents, Antonio and Teresita Montoya; and sister, Stella Esquibel. Albert was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather and will be greatly missed by all. Rosary will be recited Monday, January 5, 2009, 7:00 p.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Tuesday, January 6, 2009, 10:30 a.m., at Our Lady of Guadalupe Catholic Church, 1860 Griegos Road NW. Interment will follow at Mt. Calvary Cemetery. Please visit our online guestbook for Albert at RememberTheirStory.com. French 1111 University Blvd. NE (505) 843-6333
        Published on: Mon January 05, 2009

WILLIAMSON -- Theresa Elaine Durler Williamson, 79, a resident of Albuquerque since 1961, passed away Monday, December 29, 2008. With the love, care and support of her husband of 57 years she fought a long and valiant battle with cancer. Her strength and resiliency was an inspiration to her family and all who knew her. She is survived by her husband Charles "Chuck" Williamson; children, John Walter Williamson and wife Susan, Rebecca Williamson/Monette and husband John, Charles Michael Williamson and wife Debra, Debora Lea Williamson/Griffin and husband Bill; grandchildren Christopher and Mikal Monette, Kevin and Caitlin Williamson, and Kayla and Kyle Williamson; sister Mary Ann Jacobson; niece Sharen Durler Pflughoeft; nephews Stanley, Steven and Michael Durler, Paul Jacobson and numerous other relatives and friends. Theresa was preceded in death by her parents John and Marguerite Durler; brother John Durler; and sister Peggy Higgins. She married Charles J. Williamson in 1951 and lived in Los Alamos, NM before moving to Albuquerque. She worked for Mountain Bell for 41 years until her retirement in 1993 as an assignment engineer. She was a member of the Pioneers retirement group. Her true love in life was her grandchildren. Theresa enjoyed following their athletic and academic achievements. She was a dedicated wife, mother and grandmother and will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Cremation has taken place and a Memorial Prayer Service will be held at French Mortuary, Wyoming Blvd. Chapel on Monday, January 5, 2009, 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Sunset Memorial Park, 924 Menaul Blvd. NE. Pallbearers will be her grandchildren. Should friends desire, memorial contributions may be made to the United Way of Central New Mexico, 2340 Alamo Avenue SE, Albuquerque, NM. Please visit our online guestbook for Theresa at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Mon January 05, 2009

ANSTETT -- Janet R. Anstett, born August 6, 1945 passed peacefully at 4:58 a.m. on December 26, 2008 succumbing to cancer. A loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother Janet dedicated her life to helping the sick find comfort and peace through her unyielding compassion and service as a nurse and manager for Hospice. Janet was preceded in death by her father Donald; mother Priscilla and adoptive father Thomas. Janet is survived by her devoted husband John; her children Tom, Ron, and Karen; grandchildren, Tayler, Pei, Lyling, Madeline, Nolan, and Josephine. Janet is also survived by her siblings Susan, Tom, Diana, Doug, Ellie, and Tracy; three stepchildren; several additional grandchildren through marriage, as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins, also survive Janet. The family thanks Heartland Hospice for the love, compassion and support they provided Janet both in her life and her passing. A Mass and Memorial for Janet will be held on Saturday, January 24, 2009 at 1:00 p.m., at St. Mark's on the Mesa Episcopal Church, located at: 431 Richmond Place NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106. All are welcome. Those that would like to remember Janet may make donations to the "Janet R. Anstett Memorial Fund" at any Bank of America location.
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009

BAROS -- Isabelle Baros, 85, passed away December 27, 2008. She is survived by her children, John E. Baros, and his two daughters Ashley and Stacie, Elizabeth C. Baros, and her three children, Melissa, Andrea and Allen, Terrie Jorgensen, (Ed), and their two sons, John and Jason, Rosine C. McConnell, (Don), and their three sons, Ryan, Ross, and Riley, Loretta A. House, and her two sons, Cameron and Austin; two other grandsons, Blaise and Anthony Baros; 13 great-grandchildren plus one on the way; one brother; five sisters. Isabelle was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John Baros, of over 55 years; two sons, Fred Baros and Randy Baros. She was a lifetime resident of New Mexico. Rosary will be held Sunday, January 4, 2009, at 7:00 p.m., at Risen Savior. Mass will be Monday, January 5, 2009, at 10:00 a.m., at Risen Savior. Inurnment will follow at Gate of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to DAV 2511 Utah St. NE, 296-5061. Those who wish to send Condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com Arrangements have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 7601 Wyoming Blvd, NE Albuquerque, NM 87109 (505) 821-0010
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009

BLEA -- Michael Anthony Blea, age 50 a resident of Rio Rancho, NM, passed away unexceptly Thursday December 26, 2008. Those who wish to send Condolences may do so at: www.danielsfuneral.com. For service information please contact the entrusted Funeral Home: Daniels Family Funeral Services Alameda Mortuary 9420 Fourth St. NW Albuquerque, New Mexico 87114 (505) 898-3160
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009

BOURQUE -- Cecile Bourque, 95, a resident of Rio Rancho since 1988, passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2008. Cecile was born September 30, 1913 the daughter of Elziar and Marie Rose Mourcox Benoit in Kateville, Quebec, Canada. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert in 2000; two daughters, Andrea Bourque in 1999, and Collette Smith in 2008; and one son-in-law, Charles R. Smith in 2007. Cecile is survived by one grandson, Michael R. Smith and wife Monica of Rio Rancho; two great-grandchildren, Michelle Godfrey and husband Jonathan, and Michael S. Smith; two sisters, Rita Glenn and Yvette Foley, both of Montreal, Canada; one brother, Roland Benoit of Windsor, CT; other relatives in Connecticut and Canada. Her great enjoyment in life was her family. Cecile helped raise five generations throughout her life. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at 10:30 a.m. at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church, 1502 Sara Rd., Rio Rancho. Interment will follow in Vista Verde Memorial Park. In lieu of flowers, it is suggested that Memorial donations be made in Cecile's name to the American Heart Association, 2201 San Pedro Dr. NE, Albuquerque, NM 87110. Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com. Arrangements are entrusted to Daniels Family Funeral Services 4310 Sara Road SE Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87124 (505) 892-9920
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009

BURKSTALLER -- Steve Marshall Burkstaller passed away at Anna Kaseman Presbyterian Hospice in Albuquerque on Friday, December 12, 2008 from complications due to diabetes and stroke. Dr. Burkstaller was born July 12, 1933 in Chickasha, Oklahoma, and moved to Roswell in 1938. He graduated from Roswell High School in 1951, earned a Bachelor's degree from the University of New Mexico and a Doctorate in Optometry from Pacific University in Forest Grove, Oregon in June 1958. He then established a practice in Roswell, where he remained until 1999. He subsequently practiced optometry in Albuquerque, and resided briefly in Lubbock, Texas as well. Dr. Burkstaller was an active member of the optometric profession, serving as President of the New Mexico Optometric Association from 1962-1963, and as a member of the NM Board of Examiners in Optometry and the American Academy of Optometry. Steve was elected to the Roswell City Council in 1960 and served as Fire Commissioner. He was a member of the Roswell Rotary Club and the Jaycees. His other passions included skiing and tennis. He loved New Mexico deeply, but also enjoyed travel to Europe, Mexico and South America, and was a 2000 graduate of the Toscana Saporita Cooking School in Tuscany, Italy. Dr. Burkstaller was preceded in death by his loving parents, W.E. Burkstaller and Julice "Judi" Glover Burkstaller of Roswell. He is survived by his children, Ross and Lisa Burkstaller, both of Albuquerque; their mother, Sally Burkstaller of Ruidoso; his sister, Barbara Rudd of Lubbock; his brother, John Burkstaller, and a nephew, Bradley Rudd, both of Albuquerque. Cremation was under the direction of Riverside Funeral Home in Albuquerque. Friends wishing to remember Steve may make contributions to the American Diabetes Association or to a charity of their choice. Acknowledgements may be sent to Lisa Burkstaller at 1300 Ridgecrest SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108.
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009

CARLTON -- Johnny L. Carlton passed away December 22, 2008 after a brief illness. Born February 3, 1932, he moved to Albuquerque in 1956. He was a real estate investor, specializing in residential rentals. Prior employment includes 18 years as an electrician and metal worker for Electrical Products Co. He was a member of the Hiland Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses. He is survived by his wife Jane Carlton; his son Robert and daughter-in-law Laurie Carlton of Albuquerque; and a sister, Venita Mooring of Hay Springs NE. He was preceded in death by his father Walter Carlton and mother Lucy Carlton, sister, Helen Morgan and brother Woody Carlton. A Memorial Service will be held on Monday, January 5, 2009 at the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses at 8904 Menaul NE. A reception will follow at the Carlton home. Online condolences can be submitted at www.danielsfuneral.com Services have been entrusted to: Daniels Family Funeral Services 1100 Coal Ave SE Albuquerque, NM 87106 505-842-8800
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009

CONNER -- LaDonna E Conner, 86, a resident of Albuquerque for eight years after years of travel as an Army wife, died December 23, 2008. She is survived by three sons, Donald, Richard and John. She met her husband, Don, while serving as an Army nurse in France during WWII and will be interred with him at Arlington National Cemetery at a later date. Please visit our online guestbook for LaDonna at RememberTheirStory.com French 7121 Wyoming Blvd. NE (505) 823-9400
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009

CONRAD -- Loyal Lee Conrad, 89, died at home in Albuquerque on December 27, 2008. Lee and his wife, Reba, who died in 2006, came to Albuquerque in 1999 from Tulsa, Oklahoma. Lee was born in Brooklyn, New York, and spent his childhood in the Midwest, graduating from El Reno, OK High School. He graduated from Washington & Jefferson University, PA in 1939 and the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine in 1943. He met and married Reba Frances Twyman that year. During World War II, he served as a U.S. Army Medical Corps captain with a reconnaissance squadron attached to the 12th Armored Division in the European Theater, and was awarded the Bronze Star. Lee completed his internship at the University of Wisconsin, his residency at the University of Oklahoma, and a research fellowship at the University of Michigan. Upon returning to Oklahoma, he spent three years as head of the clinical laboratories at University Hospital, followed by an American Heart Association fellowship at the Oklahoma Medical Research Foundation. For more than 20 years, Lee was a member of the University of Oklahoma School of Medicine (Oklahoma City) faculty. In 1969, the Conrads moved to Albuquerque, where Lee was a professor of medicine at the University of New Mexico. In 1971, Lee and Reba moved to Tulsa, where Lee joined John Kalbfleisch as the second physician at Cardiology of Tulsa. He practiced cardiology there and at St. Francis Hospital for over 30 years. He was past president of the Tulsa County Heart Association and served on the board of the Oklahoma Heart Association. Considered the "father of remote monitoring," Lee is given credit for establishing a nationwide network to monitor heart patients in rural and small hospitals from large medical centers. Lee and Reba traveled the world. Lee was an avid photographer, reader of history, art and music lover, carpenter, camper and fly fisher, as well as a devoted husband and father. He is survived by his daughter Anna Gillespie; grandson Eric Gillespie and wife Samittra; and two great-grandsons; his daughter Martha Conrad; his daughter Mary Conrad and husband Bill Wallace, and granddaughter Rebecca Wallace; and Lee and Reba's Norwegian "daughter" Ingunn Briseid and family. A memorial concert of classical music will be held at the University of New Mexico Alumni Chapel at a date to be determined. The family requests that instead of flowers, donations be made in the name of L.L. Conrad to Trout Unlimited, PO Box 7400, Woolly Bugger, WV 25438-7400.
        Published on: Sun January 04, 2009