It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Elaine Rockwell, who passed away at home peacefully on May 8, 2025, at the age of 77.  Born in Haverhill, Massachusetts on November 22, 1947. Predeceased by her father Joseph R Reale and mother Lenora R (Capadulpo) Reale.  She was also predeceased by her son Todd J Rockwell.  Elaine got her teaching degree from Lowell State College.  She stayed at home to raise her family and then used her degree later in life substitute teaching at Manchester schools and Candia school district. Elaine was known for her strength, love, generosity, and unwavering dedication to her family.

A loving mother to Jonathan Rockwell, Bill Rockwell, Todd Rockwell, & Michele Rockwell, devoted grandmother of five grandchildren, and two great grandchildren.  Elaine has three sisters Joanne Crowe, Lenora Greenwood, and Michelle Nickerson.  Elaine always put family first. She found joy baking cookies and cooking delicious meals. She always had a story to tell or memory to share.   She always made her special chocolate chip and sugar cookies to give to family during holidays.  Elaine enjoyed making fruit cakes from a family recipe each year, which she shared with those she loved.   Her holiday gatherings were eagerly anticipated by family and friends alike.

Elaine was buried at Life Forest in Hillsboro, NH.  A celebration of life was held on June 7th with close friends and family,

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