Mary Jane and Chuck extended their friendship and love to us from our first days in Miami, and included us in numerous Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations.  The friendship included Jenny and Andrew, of course, and Marty, and, over the years, the various pets they took in.  Mary Jane was clever and witty, always a delight to talk to, and a true friend.  We would talk on the phone after they moved to Colorado, and certainly every Christmas and Thanksgiving, and she would tell us that these holidays were not the same until she had spoken to us.  We will miss her always.
    Dev and Maneck

I was very sad to learn of Mary Jane's passing. When I first arrived at FIU in 1979, she and Chuck were exceptionally welcoming to me and remained so throughout all of our years together at the university. In the early years she played a large role in making the English Department the envy of other departments for its comraderie and good will. I greatly enjoyed her humor and good will and feel fortunate to have worked with her for many years.

Rick Schwartz

Dear Jenny, Andrew, Gabriel and Kelly,

I’ve known Mary for only a few years and I’ll cherish our friendship forever. The last year we played Wordle every morning. She was a competitive player and we shared funny and usually sarcastic texts after each game. I miss her 5:00 wake up text. I wish I could have attended one of her classes at CSU, I’m sure she was a wonderful instructor. I pray peace and serenity to you all.

Love and hugs,
Linda Gaines

Dear Jenny, Andrew and Gabe,
I am so very sorry to hear of your Mom's and Grandma's, sudden passing. I am thankful that you were all by her side when she slipped peacefully away from us. 

Some of you may know that   "Janie" and I met  in the fall of 1963 when we were "assigned" to be college roommates in our second year 😳 at Emmanuel College in Boston.  We became friends immediately
That friendship lasted  64 years despite the geography between us.

I miss you, Janie, but the memories and the good times we shared live on. ❣️🫂🙌🫶

Jenny, Andrew ,Gabriel ,family and friends,
Mary will be greatly missed. I had the pleasure of our friendship over the last 10 + years. I referred to Mary lovingly as my little spitfire! 
 I will always  be grateful for the life experiences we shared. The laughter and the tears. Getting to know Jenny and Andrew oh yes and Kelly her pup! I’ll hold the memories dear and Mary will always have a special place in my heart pocket. May she have peace ,calm and serenity. 
Love Always and My Sympathy,
Cathy

Dear Jenny, Andrew and Gabriel,

I met Mary Jane probably in 1981, when I came to FIU for an on campus interview--and then a few months later, I started work there. Mary Jane was one of the people who made FIU English a particularly special place--intellectually vibrant, collegial, and warm. And in my own family difficulties years later, she was enormously helpful to my daughter and me with her quiet support. 

It's very hard to write about an old friend. 

I've always cherished her friendship, her dry wit, her intellectual sharpness. I will miss her. 

Love,
Carm

So sorry to hear about Mary Jane's passing as she was a lovely lady. I recall both her and her husband from their days at FIU. They were among the crew that made the English department the most happening on campus. They contributed much to the university, and their dedication to students had a tremendous impact. Their contributions to what would become a Top 50 public institution cannot be overstated. Caring, active faculty leave a legacy, and Mary Jane did just that. I personally appreciated her friendship during her Miami days and remember her with fondness.

I open up the memories of Mary and see 2 women I know from Poudre School District.  Sounds like a powerful book club.  Mary was so well spoken, with a great sense of humor.  She loved teaching, she was one of my favorite people.  I am so glad I saw Mary and Jenny the Saturday before she passed and I got a hug from her.  I will miss her and I wish her peace.  Mary has certainly made an impact on my life and I will cherish my memories of her forever.  Julie Wertz

Not all of Jane’s book club friends are in this photo. Everyone here and more will miss her deeply. Her sharp wit kept our discussions lively. I will miss her kind nature most of all.

This is a blurry photo of a vivid memory. Dear Jane just a few weeks ago with her lovely smile. Jane has a special place in my heart. She was a cherished friend.

I have lost a long time, dear friend.  We grew up in the mill town of Lawrence, MA ,and our parents were close friends. Mary Jane and her brother, Marty, were like cousins to my brother, sister and me.
I renewed my friendship with Mary Jane and husband, Chuck, when they moved to Fort Collins in 2000. Since then, we've had many good times at local restaurants, rides to the mountains, discussions of good books etc.
I will miss  her every day.
Love,
Elaine Glynn Boni

Dear Jenny, Andrew and Gabriel, 
I was shocked and saddened at the news of your mother’s (grandmother’s) sudden and unexpected death.  I have known Mary Jane through our book group for many years and always enjoyed her quiet and insightful comments and her sharp wit.  She was knowledgeable but modest and a wonderful, understated teacher.  We all appreciated her interpretations and understanding of literature.  Our group is more than simply a literary society but rather a group of friends who come together in trust and love.  We will sorely miss a very beloved and important member of our small community.  I share in your grief and offer my sincere condolences.
Sincerely,
Toni Farquhar

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Mary Jane Elkins

29 avril 1944 – 9 septembre 2024

Allnutt Funeral Service – Drake Road Chapel

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