John Willis “J.W.” Gale, 90, of Candor, died Tuesday, January 26, 2021 at Autumn Care in Biscoe. Graveside Services were held Thursday, January 28, 2021 at Candor Cemetery, with Rev. Hubert McLeod officiating. Born in Montgomery County on February 12, 1930, he was the son of Louise Lisk Chappell and Willis Gale. He was a retired truck driver. He is survived by numerous cousins and a host of friends. Briggs-Candor Funeral Home was in charge of the arrangements.