Diana Virginia Pello Obituary

The family of Diana Virginia Pello (Nevada City, California) announces her passing on June 29, 2026. Diana, born on December 18, 1937, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Clyde Browning and Virginia Browning; her brother Robert Browning; her former husband Bill Merchant; her husband Sam Pello; and her grandson Tejae Carlson.

She is survived by: her children, Bill Merchant, Debralee Merchant, Mike Merchant (Beki) and Michelle Merchant-Jenner; her grandchildren, Lane Carlson (Rebecca), Lizzy Merchant, Ali Merchant, Cait Gardi (Cody) and Robbie Merchant (Stephanie); her great grandchildren, Khloe, Wyatt, Wayd and Romy; her stepdaughter Margie Wohlwend; her stepgrandchildren, Leah and Scott; her sister Mary Church; and her nieces and nephews, Carol, Katie and Chandler.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made at the Hospice of the Foothills.