Rockport - Elaine Marie Kucharski, 68, affectionately known as Laney, passed away peacefully after a long illness, where she was being cared for at Oceanside Nursing Center in Rockport. Elaine was a 1975 graduate of Rockport High School. Elaine and her brothers, James and Frank enjoyed much of the same music together, and that was meaningful to her. Elaine had a group of lifelong friends who stayed in touch, and their mutual love and respect was special. The family would especially like to thank Jen Fuller who had a special relationship with Elaine.