09/26/2025
Rochelle R. “Roach, RoRo, Chelle, Mommy, Mommie Dearest” Dixon on September 2, 2025 rested in the arms of her Lord and savior on September 2, 2025
At just 54 years old, Rochelle left behind a legacy of strength, humor, and vision. Known lovingly by many nicknames — Roach, RoRo, Chelle, Mommy, and Mommie Dearest — she lived with a spirit that was bold, funny, and deeply caring. She faced health challenges throughout her life, but never let them define her. With a true Wonder Woman mentality, Rochelle powered through, showing resilience and determination that inspired everyone around her. She motivated others to keep going, no matter what, and continued to show up for her friends, her family, and her community. Rochelle’s journey began August 13, 1971 in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania, where she graduated with the Class of 1989. A proud member of the Aliquippa High School Marching Band, she played the flute with joy and energy. Her classmates honored her with two superlatives that captured her essence perfectly: “Class Clown” and “Most Likely to Succeed.” Both titles proved true throughout her life. Her love for music ran deep — especially Prince, 80s classics, and that old-school 90s rap that made you roll the windows down and lean out singing along. Music was her medicine, her joy, and her way of connecting with the world. Professionally, Rochelle dedicated herself to service. She began her career in nursing homes in Aliquippa, later moving to Washington, D.C. in 1992, where she worked in behavioral health and elder care. She transitioned into quality improvement for people with disabilities, managing group homes and raising the bar for care. Her leadership grew into guiding quality improvement development in behavioral health companies, before she launched her own business, Qualcon PCS, LLC. Ultimately, she established FH Pathways, Inc., a clinic in Alaska, extending her vision of holistic wellness and empowerment to countless families.
Rochelle was preceded in death by her father, Cornelius Johnson. Paternal Grandparents Charlie
Bernice (Tucker) Johnson, Gaston and Mattie Ann (Strickland) Dixon, Charles Fuller, Willie Fuller, Walter Strickland, and Jeffrey Dixon, Betty A Dixon, Charlene, Charlie Jr., Melvin, James, and Denice Johnson.
Rochelle is survived by her daughter, Milan Williams; her mother, Yvonne Dixon; her siblings, Charla ( Jerry) Dixon- Osei, Anjuan Dixon, and Amanda Smith; and her nephew, Tyease Smith Jr. Uncle Anthony Johnson a host of family, friends, cousin.
She will forever be remembered for her bold Leo energy, her quick wit, her music, her laughter, and her unstoppable drive to love and uplift others.
A joint Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, October 18, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. at the Salvation Army, 514 Franklin Avenue, Aliquippa, PA 15001.
Transitional Services of love entrusted to Calvin L Sheffield Funeral Home Inc, 1125 Allegheny Ave Pittsburgh Pa, 15233.
Ways to Honor Their Memory
- Plant a tree in their memory: https://www.echovita.com/us/obituaries/trees/20271303-Donate to heart health research and support: https://mendedhearts.org/ -Send flowers: 4400 Twin Oak Ct, Lanham, MD 20706�- Cash donations: also accepted at the same address
