William J. Rose, 70, of Woodstock, Georgia, formerly of Niles, passed away on Sunday July 14, 2024 at his residence. He was born November 9, 1953 in Warren the son of James and Elizabeth McGibbon Rose. Bill was a 1971 graduate of Niles McKinley High School and was employed for 10 years at McDonald Steel then at Pacesetter Steel in Marietta Georgia for 21 years retiring in 2003. He was a member of 1'st Presbyterian Church of Niles, attended Christian Church in Georgia, a volunteer at The Atlanta Food Bank, and enjoyed hunting, fishing, scuba diving, and puzzles. He will be sadly missed by his brother, James "Chip" Rose of Woodstock, Georgia, a nephew Rob Rose, a niece Anna Asher and her husband Christian, and a great-niece Vivian Asher. Bill was preceded in death by his parents and his brother Robert Rose. Friends may call from 10AM up until the time of the noon funeral service Monday at The Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles. Burial will be in Crown Hill Cemetery. Arrangements are being handled by The Joseph Rossi and Sons Funeral Home in Niles.