Edith J. "Edie" Gliem, 84, of Macungie, died Dec. 26, 2022 in Complete Care at Lehigh Center.  Born in Hazleton, she was the daughter of the late Howard J. and Altheda I. (Duser) Gliem. Edie received her undergraduate degree in nursing from University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia and her masters in nursing from Cal State, Los Angeles, CA.  She had an extreme love of the nursing profession, having worked as a RN, nursing instructor and nursing home administrator for over four decades, showing compassion and love in the care of her patients: retiring in 2006.  She was a member of The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, where she served as the parish nurse since 2007 and was a communion server.  She was active with Meals on Wheels, YWCA of Bethlehem, an animal lover, and a great Phillies fan with her great-great nephew, Nate for 12 years.

Edie is survived by her niece, Donna wife of Larry Falcone; great nieces, Lisa wife of Scott Williams and Gina wife of Dan Moore; great-great nieces and nephews, Corey Williams and wife Kelly and Evan Williams, Nathaniel Moore and Mackenzie Moore.

The family would like to thank St. Luke's Hospice for the outstanding care of Edie during her illness.

A memorial service will be held on Thurs., Jan. 5, 2023 at 11:00 AM in The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 3461 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Emmaus.  Visitation 10:00 to 11:00 AM in the church.  Private interment will be in Hazleton Cemetery.    Schantz Funeral Home, P.C., Emmaus is handling arrangements.

In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to The Lutheran Church of the Holy Spirit, 3461 S. Cedar Crest Blvd., Emmaus, PA 18049.