We created a GatheringUs memorial to celebrate the life of Ann Logan Elias. Collecting your stories and memories here will offer us great comfort. Click on the heart to let us know you were here and to receive email updates. Thank you for contributing to this lasting memorial.
Ann was truly the matron of the HIT Lab, and a second mother to me and so many other graduate students and research assistants orphaned by distance from our own families.
In retrospect, it seems to me that as much... moreMy condolences to the Elias family.
Ann was truly the matron of the HIT Lab, and a second mother to me and so many other graduate students and research assistants orphaned by distance from our own families.
In retrospect, it seems to me that as much Ann supported the mission of the HIT Lab, she likely didn't truly care about virtual reality or interfaces. It wasn't her passion or motivation. We could have been studying climate change or innovating calculations for actuarial tables.
What she cared about was our success, collectively and as individuals. Everything she did for the organization, and for each of us, was borne out of love and kindness and wanting for us everything that we wanted for ourselves.
We have, and forever will, think of Aunt Ann every time we welcome someone to our home for brunch. Aunt Ann’s Chili Egg Puff is legendary and has made its way into the kitchens of so many friends. It it warm, just a bit spicy and always comforting.... moreWe have, and forever will, think of Aunt Ann every time we welcome someone to our home for brunch. Aunt Ann’s Chili Egg Puff is legendary and has made its way into the kitchens of so many friends. It it warm, just a bit spicy and always comforting. Just like Aunt Ann. We love you all so much. Her memory lives on ❤️ less
Dear Jim, Christine, and Erika:
As I continue to mourn the loss of my friend I can still hear her laugh. We shared so many wonderful moments bonding over our love for arts and crafts. I will always be grateful for her warmth and kindness. Rest In peace Ann.
Dear Erica, Christine and Jim - As we celebrate Ann’s wonderful and precious life, our hearts are hurting along with yours because we will miss her dearly! I will remember her smile the most :). Whenever I think of Ann I see her smiling. I love her... moreDear Erica, Christine and Jim - As we celebrate Ann’s wonderful and precious life, our hearts are hurting along with yours because we will miss her dearly! I will remember her smile the most :). Whenever I think of Ann I see her smiling. I love her smile and I love my Aunt Ann! She will be dearly missed but our sweet and precious memories with her will be comforting treasures forever. Our love and prayers go out to you all, her dear family, our family. 💗 🙏 -Amy, Dave, Kali, Mei Mei and Caleb less