Joel Hochberger, age 78, beloved husband, partner and best friend of Susan, nee Graff; devoted and very proud father of Jodi (Dan) Rubenstein and Blake (Lisa) Hochberger; proud Papa of Leo Rubenstein and 2 more grandsons on the way; brother of Merle April; brother-in-law of Marty and Karyn Graff, Jeffrey and Judy Graff; adored uncle to his nieces and nephews; devoted son of the late Jeanette (nee Racusin) and the late Irving Hochberger, and truly incredible son-in-law to the late Minnie and the late Norman Graff. Joel had many friends, loved meeting new people and making them all his friends. He enjoyed giving a good speech, watching a good game, doing a new card trick, and having a great meal, but family always came first. The graveside service and shiva is private. The service will be livestreamed and recorded on Thursday 1:30 p.m. CST at www.goldmanfuneralgroup.com. Under Recent Services, click on Joel’s photo and scroll down to Service Details to view the service. The livestream will be up 15 minutes prior to the service. Contributions to American Heart Association, heart.org or National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI), donate.nami.org. Info: The Goldman Funeral Group (847) 478-1600.