William D. Rose, 49, of Phillipsburg, died Sunday, September 4, 2005 in Easton.

Born November 13, 1955 in Easton, he was a son of Blanche D. (Andrews) Baker of Phillipsburg and the late Joseph Rose, Sr. and a step-son of the late Charles Baker, Sr.

In addition to his mother, he is survived by two sons, Christian Monica of Easton and Drew Rose of Washington State; three brothers, Joseph Rose, Jr. of Phillipsburg, Charles Baker, Jr. of Connecticut and Richard Baker of Allentown; three sisters, Lillian Rose and Betty Bogoly, both of Easton and Mary Moore of Pen Argyl, a granddaughter and many nieces and nephews.

Services will be private at the convenience of the family. The Noto-Wynkoop Funeral Home, 289 South Main St., Phillipsburg is in charge of arrangements. Online condolences are welcomed at www.noto-wynkoop.com.

Those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to send contributions to the family, in care of the funeral home.