March 5, 2026 - SACRAMENTO – On Wednesday evening, Governor Gavin Newsom and Acting Governor Eleni Kounalakis issued the following statement regarding the death of U.S. Army Reserve Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert M. Marzan:

“California mourns the loss of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Marzan, a courageous Californian whose service to our nation was marked by honor and distinction. We offer our deepest condolences to his wife and family during this time of profound sorrow. The sacrifices made by military families are immeasurable, and California stands in solidarity with them, united in grief and gratitude. Chief Warrant Officer Three Marzan’s steadfast commitment exemplifies the highest ideals of our state and our country.”

Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan, 54, of Sacramento, California, was one of six U.S. service members killed, to date, in the conflict in Iran. According to the U.S. Army, he is believed to be deceased as of March 1, 2026, in Port Shuaiba, Kuwait.

As a member of the United States Army Reserve assigned to Headquarters and Headquarters Company, 103rd Sustainment Command (Expeditionary), United States Army Reserve in Des Moines, Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan played a critical role in supporting our nation overseas.

He is survived by his wife and family.

In honor of Chief Warrant Officer 3 Robert Marzan, flags at the State Capitol and Capitol Annex Swing Space will continue to be flown at half-staff.

Source: Office of the Governor