Anne Elich

Anne was fabulous before “fabulous” became common currency. She was beautiful, chic, and delightfully dramatic. In a black and white world, she was Technicolor. Anne’s glamour was especially beguiling to young people who marveled at her stylish wardrobe, as she swept in and out of childhood venues. There was a certain mystery about her, too. Was she a government agent? A female 007? Anne wisely left a lot to our imaginations. Her signature look included a distinctive chignon and perfectly applied makeup. If she were walking down Fifth Avenue today, New York Times photographer Bill Cunningham would be snapping her every step and featuring her in every style section spread. But what made Anne a Montanan original was her warmth, humor and infectious joie de vivre. She lit up the world with a Broadway lights personality. Auntie Mame would have stepped back in admiration. The memory of her hangs in the mind like a star. May her family find comfort in her legacy of love - and the goodwill she lavished on all who knew her.

I was so sad to hear of Ann's passing. She just seemed like the kind of person who would live forever. She was always so full of life and I can still hear her laughter. You always knew it was going to be a great dinner party if Ann was present. I was shocked to hear she grew up in Roundup. I always thought she was from New York or even from Europe because she was such an exotic and fabulous dresser and she always could tell such mesmerizing stories.(Her earrings. I will never forget her amazing earrings.) I still remember all the wonderful dinners she had at her house and the food was always the best. She was so kind and gentle to us little kids and she was also respectful of us as well. My parents often talked about Ann with such warmth. My Dad had a special place in his heart for her, as we all did. When my parents were alive, they would always keep us up to date about Ann and her successful kids. I am so sorry she is gone. She was such a remarkable woman. Roberta Allen