Mr. James R. Pyle

James R. Pyle, 66, of Lenhartsville, passed away suddenly on Friday, November 25, 2022, in his residence. He was the husband of Gale L. (Weaver) Pyle, whom he married on September 20, 1986.

Born in Allentown, James was a son of Grace E. (Reid) Pyle, of Lenhartsville, and the late Richard A. Pyle, and was a 1974 graduate of Kutztown Area High School. Jim, along with his brother, were co-owners of Car Barn Auto Body and Collision, Lenhartsville for many years. He also worked at the Antenna Shop, also of Lenhartsville. Jim was a member of Salem E.C. Church, Lenhartsville, where he volunteered with the youth ministry. Jim loved to play the guitar and was a member of several bands throughout his lifetime. He also enjoyed singing and was a member of several community choirs in the area. Above all, he was an avid supporter of his sons' events while they were growing up and was a very proud grandfather.

Along with Gale, his wife of 36 years, Jim is survived by his two sons, Andrew J. "AJ", husband of Jillian L. (Leah) Pyle, Williamsburg, VA, and Joseph R. Pyle, Marlborough, MA; two grandchildren, Audrey L. and Hazel J. Pyle. He is also survived by his brother, Robert L., husband of Cynthia (Bower) Pyle; and sisters, Darel E. (Pyle), wife of Robert Atkinson, and Danielle E. (Pyle), wife of Andrew Kohl, all of Lenhartsville; one nephew, five nieces, one great-nephew and two great-nieces.

Services for Jim will be held privately by his family. The family requests contributions be made in Jim's memory to Salem EC Church, 2150 Old Route 22, Lenhartsville, PA 19534.

Ludwick Funeral Homes and Cremation Care, Inc., Kutztown, is assisting the Pyle family with arrangements. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.Ludwickfh.com.