Edward Joseph Kyle, 84, of Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, for most of the last 21 years, and formerly of Bethlehem, died March 16, 2021. Born in Philadelphia, he was a son of the late Robert and Margaret (O’Grady) Kyle. He was the husband of the late Lucy (Bender).

He was a graduate of St. John the Baptist High School and attended Shepherd University.

He was a salesman for American Greetings Corporation and earned the Pacesetter Award for achieving significant accomplishments through high performance, motivation and influence in their career.

He was a former member of the Church of the Assumption B.V.M., Bethlehem.

He is survived by a daughter, Susan K. Wise and her husband Jeffrey of Blue Bell; two granddaughters, Mallory and Lily; a sister, Sr. Mary Frances Kyle, SSJ; nieces; and nephews.

He was predeceased by his brothers, T. Joseph and Robert V.

Contributions may be made to St. Joseph’s Villa, 110 W. Wissahickon Ave., Flourtown, PA 19031.

Arrangements were made by James Funeral Home Inc., Bethlehem.