08/07/2026
The EMS community has lost a leader, mentor, and friend.
Chief Bil Rosen dedicated his career to serving others, leading with compassion, humility, and a commitment that reached far beyond the patients he cared for. As shared by the NJ Sharing Network, even in passing, Bil continued to save lives through the gift of organ and tissue donation.
His legacy reminds us that the impact of an EMS professional isn’t measured by a single call, but by the countless lives they influence along the way.
On behalf of the New Jersey Association of Paramedic Programs, we extend our heartfelt condolences to Bil’s family, friends, and the members of Neptune Township EMS. May we all strive to leave the profession, and those we serve, better because we answered the call.
We were saddened by the passing of Neptune Township EMS Chief Bil Rosen, a dedicated leader who spent his life helping others. His leadership, compassion and commitment to EMS touched many lives across New Jersey.
As loved ones have shared memories of Chief Rosen, one story offers a powerful reminder of the impact he had on others. In 2021, he was the first EMS responder to arrive when a ten-year-old boy suffered a tragic emergency. Sadly, the boy could not be saved. His family made the decision to donate his organs, giving others the chance to live. His mother recently shared her gratitude for Bil and for the compassion he showed her family during one of the hardest moments of their lives.
Bil spent his career answering the call when people needed help. Through his decision to become a tissue donor, his commitment to helping others continues.
Our deepest condolences are with Bil’s family, friends, colleagues, and everyone at Neptune Township EMS. We are grateful for his service, the lives he touched throughout his career, and the lives he will continue to touch through his generous gift of donation. 💙💚