Joseph

Brownstein

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Joseph Samuel Brownstein

Born: April 26, 1960 – Died October 9, 2025

Obituary

Joseph Samuel Brownstein  known as "Joey" to his family died at his home in Jersey City, New Jersey, at age 65.  Joey was the third child and first boy born to Saul and Florence Brownstein, in Levittown, Pennsylvania. He is survived by his eldest sister, Naomi Brownstein, his younger brother Daniel Brownstein and sister-in-law Michaela Brownstein, and his beloved nephew, Saul Brownstein. His parents and older sister, Judith Brownstein, predeceased him.

Joey grew up in Levittown, PA, graduated from Neshaminy High School, and then graduated from Pennsylvania State University with a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering.

Joey's successful career in Civil Engineering spanned his entire life. Most recently he had been employed at WSP America, a multinational engineering and design firm as Supervising Engineer. His expertise and guidance to less experienced employees were highly sought after. Joey worked on such notable projects as the redevelopment of LaGuardia Airport and the Long Island Railroad East Side Access project, connecting the LIRR to a new terminal beneath Grand Central Station in Manhattan.

On September 11, 2001, Joey was employed by Parsons Brickerhoff, later bought by WSP. The New York office was on the 82nd floor of the World Trade Center, North Tower.  He survived as did his colleagues, though several acquaintances perished. As part of a trauma counseling program offered by his company Joey wrote an essay about this experience. Joey's essay revealed a person of enormous depth and feeling. Employees of his company from all over the world responded to his heartfelt essay.

Joey enjoyed bike riding, reading and exploring Manhattan. A life-long bachelor, his siblings and Nephew remained the center of his family life. He rarely missed a holiday, special occasion, or family outing to share with them. Nor did he miss an opportunity to lend a helping hand and "be there" at a moment's notice.

A graveside funeral service will be held at King David Cemetery, 3594 Bristol Road Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020 on Thursday October 16, 2025 at 1:30pm.  There will be a luncheon after the service at the Club House Diner in Bensalem.

Shiva will be observed on Sunday October 19, 2025 from 1pm to 5pm at the residence of Dan and Michaela Brownstein.  For Shiva details please contact J.L. Apter Funeral Home at 973-366-1700.

Donations in Joe's name may be made to the

Muscular Dystrophy Association, PO Box 7410354, Chicago, IL 60674-0354.