Stephen Pearce QPM DL (Steve) who has died aged 75, (pictured left), was Chair of the Board of Trustees of the Museum of Policing in Devon & Cornwall from 2021 to 2024. Prior, he was Assistant Chief Constable of Devon and Cornwall Police, as well as holding a number of other charity-related appointments.
Steve’s period of leadership was no less than transformational for the Museum. He authored its present business plan, which has seen the Museum raise its profile to national level and been foundational in securing its future to 2029.
As Chair he used his quiet wisdom and sound judgement to always bring people with him; at the same time his understanding of operational detail was profound. Steve was a naturally positive person, and he inspired the team through his own example, always being there to support colleagues before himself.
Steve stepped aside from the Chair’s role in September 2024 to enjoy more time with his friends and family. Sadly, his health immediately declined but he met it in his typical way – with humour, courage and quiet modesty.
All the Museum trustees and staff loved him. We send our thoughts and prayers to Steve’s family at this sad time. RIP.
