Diane C. Merz - Zawadzki Age 81, of Dyer, Indiana, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 24, 2026.

Diane is survived by her beloved husband of 49 years, James E. Zawadzki; her loving daughter, Sherri L. Wolff; precious grandchildren, Lauren (Travis) Daily, Sarah (Brandon) Sanchez, Michael J. (Kaylee) Wolff, Emery Merz, and Declan Merz; sweet great-grandchildren, Colton, Savanah, Raelynn, Remi and Angel; sister, Donna DeFrain; niece, Penny Furlong; and godson, Ronald Siedelmann; several cherished loving cousins; as well as her dear friends, Nancy and Will Houldieson. She was preceded in death by her loving son, Brian Paul Merz; parents, Herbert and Eva (nee Siedelmann) Keiser.

A proud graduate of Thornton Fractional South High School, Class of 1962, Diane carried the friendships and memories of her school years throughout her life. She found great joy in the simple pleasures-camping trips, fishing with loved ones, and spending time in the beautiful Brown County, a place close to her heart. Diane had a special love for animals and treasured her precious pets, caring for them as beloved members of her family.

Diane’s warmth, loyalty, and devotion to her family will be deeply missed and lovingly remembered by all who knew her.

A Visitation will be held from 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM on Monday, March 2, 2026 at Solan Pruzin Funeral Home, 14 Kennedy Ave., Schererville, IN. A Celebration of Life will be celebrated at 7:00 PM. Services conclude at the funeral home.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made in Diane’s honor to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital: Stjude.org

May her memory bring comfort to those who loved her.