The Cumberland County Department of Veterans Affairs hosted its annual Military Honors Event on April 4, 2019. The Cumberland County Military Service Medal was presented to approximately 50 veterans who either entered the service from Cumberland County or currently reside in Cumberland County for a minimum of two years prior to receiving the medal. The ceremony was held at the Cumberland County College Luciano Conference Center.
Freeholder Liaison: Joseph V. Sparacio
Freeholder Liaison: George Castellini
Freeholder Director Joe Derella addressing the attendees of the Military Honors Event.
New Jersey State Senator Bob Andrzejczak (1st District) addressing the attendees of the Military
Honors Event.
Cumberland County veteran receiving the Military Service Medal and shaking hands
in the receiving line. Pictured: Major General Steven Ferrari, Freeholder George Castellini,
Deputy Freeholder Director Darlene Barber, and Freeholder Director Joe Derella.
Cumberland County veterans of the Marine Corps League.
Recipients of the Cumberland County Military Service Medal.
Pictured from left to right: Major General Steven Ferrari, Commanding General, 42nd Infantry Division, NY Army National Guard; Cumberland County Department of Veterans Affairs Director Diana Pitman; and Captain Souder, General's Aide