INDIANAPOLIS – An Indiana National Guard soldier on orders as an embedded observer controller/trainer with Army National Guard Operations Group Wolf died at Fort Hood, Texas Thursday night in a tactical vehicle accident, the military announced this morning.
Staff Sgt. Andrew Michael St. John, 29, of Greenwood, served as an infantryman with Company B, 1st Battalion, 151st Infantry Regiment, Indiana Army National Guard.
“For those who knew and worked with Staff Sgt. St. John, he was respected and admired for his great love for his country and family,” said Lt. Col. Chad Pittman, commander of the 1st Battalion, 151st Infantry Regiment. “He continually sought ways to ensure the success of subordinates, better himself as leader, and contribute to the achievements the organization. My deepest sympathy for his family at this sad and difficult time.”
The cause of his death is under investigation and no further details are available at this time, according to the news release.
St. John previously deployed to Iraq and Afghanistan. Awards and decorations include the Army Commendation Medal, two Army Achievement Medals, the Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal, the Army Good Conduct Medal, the NATO Medal and Indiana Military Volunteer Emblem.
St. John was a proud father and husband, the news release stated.
