Joel Dalkin, 87, beloved son of the late Albert and Janet Dalkin; devoted husband and best friend for 62 years of Sandy Dalkin; proud father of Alan (Tricia) Dalkin, Bruce (Monika) Dalkin, and Andrew (Teriann) Dalkin; cherished grandfather of William, Rachel, Benjamin, Gabriella, Anya, Kyleigh, and Ryan. Joel loved sailing and the University of Michigan. He was also a proud veteran who served in the Navy Supply Corps. Funeral services: Tuesday, July 3rd at 11:00 am; Rosehill Cemetery Mausoleum - Hennig Chapel, 5800 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago, IL. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Scouts of America, www.scouting.org or Mayo Clinic, www.mayoclinic.org. For info: 847-256-5700.