Chief Rochelle Ryan, 60, of Brockton, Massachusetts, departed this life on October 1, 2026. She was the devoted and beloved wife of Stanley Ryan, with whom she shared 36 years of marriage.
Rochelle was born on November 1, 1965, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Willie Wilson and the late Odell Wilson Jr. She was raised in Brockton, Massachusetts, where she attended Paine Elementary School before graduating from Southeastern Regional High School in 1984 with a certification in cosmetology.
Rochelle was a woman of strength, determination, faith, and service. After graduating from the Police Academy, she began her distinguished career in law enforcement with the Weymouth Police Department, where she faithfully served from 1989 to 1995.
In 2002, Rochelle began a new chapter in her career when she joined Stonehill College as a campus police officer. While serving and advancing through the ranks, she continued her education and earned a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from Stonehill College. Her dedication, leadership, and unwavering commitment to the safety and well-being of the Stonehill community were recognized throughout her years of service.
On November 1, 2021, Rochelle was proudly promoted to Chief of Police by the administrators of Stonehill College. This remarkable achievement reflected her years of hard work, perseverance, leadership, and dedication to the law enforcement profession. She became not only a respected leader but also a source of inspiration to those who had the privilege of working alongside her.
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