Joel Brownstein, beloved husband of the late Merrie-anne; devoted father of Mark (Lynn) Brownstein and the late Ellen Brownstein; cherished grandfather of Alex, Jason, and Jared; dear brother of Marion Marcus and Brian (Carol) Brownstein; loving uncle and great-uncle of many; caring companion of Anne Rabin. Services were held. In lieu of flowers, donations in Joel's name may be made to the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, www.jdrf.org. Info, 847-256-5700.