Howell Township officer closes out 22-year Marine Corps career marked by Iraq deployments and military honors
HOWELL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A longtime New Jersey detective and decorated Marine Corps veteran was honored during an emotional retirement ceremony recognizing more than two decades of military service that included multiple combat deployments to Iraq.
Members of the Howell Township Police Department attended the official Marine Corps retirement ceremony for Detective Dan Bozza, who retired with the rank of Master Sergeant after 22 years of service.
Officials said Bozza served 10 years on active duty between 2004 and 2013 and completed four deployments to Iraq during his military career.
The ceremony also featured fellow Howell Township Patrolman Matthew Zilinski, who serves as a lieutenant colonel in the Army National Guard, acting as Bozza’s retiring officer.
During the retirement ceremony, Bozza was awarded the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal in recognition of his military accomplishments and service.
The Howell Township Police Department publicly congratulated Bozza and recognized his dedication both in uniform and within the department.
Key Points
- Howell Township Detective Dan Bozza retired from the Marine Corps after 22 years of service
- Bozza completed four deployments to Iraq and received the Navy and Marine Corps Commendation Medal
- Fellow Howell officer Matthew Zilinski participated as the retiring officer during the ceremony
