July 10, 1939 – September 7, 2026
Diane Best Buzzell passed away peacefully on September 7, 2026.
Diane was born and raised in Palo Alto. She graduated from “Paly” high and attended Foothill College where she met her husband, Jerry Buzzell. Diane and Jerry were married in 1962 and made Los Altos their home in 1966 where they raised their four children, Angela Buzzell Los Altos CA, Laurel Johnson Asheville, NC, Roger Buzzell El Dorado Hills CA, and Chris Buzzell San Jose, CA. Diane was devoted to her 6 Grandchildren and 4 Great Grandchildren and is survived as well by her sister, Lynne Best of Mill Valley, CA.
Diane was a member of the Peninsula Story Guild and would happily volunteer telling stories to many children over the years including her volunteer work in the local elementary school classrooms.
Diane loved hiking at Rancho San Antonio. She cherished her Golden Retrievers and Siamese cats and loved cheering for the San Francisco Giants as well as attending Giants games with her family. Diane was a longtime member of the Los Altos Christian Science Church and served as the church clerk for many years.
A Celebration of Life will be held at a later time.
