Will T. Gales passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, August 24, 2026. He was 94 years old. Born in Henderson, North Carolina, son of the late Arthur and Pearl (nee Vaughn) Gales, he was a Bristol Borough resident for most of his life. Mr. Gales was employed as a Supervisor for over 35 years at National Tea in Bristol. He was a longtime, devoted member of St. Mark Church, where he served as a Lector. He was also an avid coin collector, enjoyed going to Parx Casino, going out for breakfast every Monday with his neighbor, and attending to his vegetable and flower gardens. Most of all, he loved spending time with his family.

Loving husband of the late Marie T. (nee Wilson) Gales, he will be sadly missed by his daughters, Pearl Jakes (the late Frank) and Deborah Cortez and her husband, John; his grandchildren, Nicole Cortez, Rachel Cortez, and Christopher Craig (Wendy); and his great-grandson, Christian Craig. He is also survived by his sister, Mary Speight, along with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. He was also predeceased by his brothers, Carroll Gales, Jessie Gales, and Ernest Gales; and his sister, Gladys Gales.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend his Funeral Mass on Monday, August 31, 2026, 12 noon at St. Mark Church, Bristol Borough. Interment, St. Mark Cemetery. His viewing will be held from 10-11:45am at the Wade Funeral Home, 1002 Radcliffe Street, Bristol Borough. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Mark Church, 1025 Radcliffe Street, Bristol, PA 19007.