Joanne Lowenthal, nee Scudella, 72. Beloved wife of the late Brian; caring stepmother of Lesli (David) Chenelle and Wendi Ewalt; treasured "catmom" of Jack; proud stepgrandmother of Nicole, Leslie, Alexi, and Todd; loving sister-in-law of Larry (Jan) Lowenthal and Gene (Linda) Lowenthal; will be missed by Noah, Sarah, John, and extended family and friends. A celebration of life will be held at a future date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to PAWS, www.pawschicago.org, or the Humane Society, www.humanesociety.org. For info: 847-256-5700.