SFC RANDY McCAULLEY KILLED IN ACTION A Pennsylvania NationalGuard Soldier assigned to Company A, 1-110th Infantry, based in Indiana, Pa.,was killed in action in Iraq on Thursday, March 23. Staff Sgt. Randy McCaulley, 44, of Marion Center, Pa., was shot while performing a combat patrol with his unit in Mudiq, Iraq. He was immediately transported to the Camp Taqaddum Shock and Trauma Center, where he later died of his wounds. "Staff Sgt. McCaulley served our nation and our state for more than 25 years," said Governor Edward G. Rendell. "I urge everyone to pause for a moment to honor his dedication and sacrifice, and keep his family in your thoughts and prayers." McCaulley served in the regular Army from 1979 to 1983 and joined the Pennsylvania National Guard in 1984. During his military career, McCaulley was awarded the Army Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Medal, Overseas Service Ribbon, Army Commendation Medal, Air Assault Badge and the Combat Infantryman's Badge. He was posthumously promoted to the rank of Sergeant First Class and will be awarded the Purple Heart. "My prayers and heartfelt sympathy go out to the family and friends of this brave man," said Lt. Col. Loris F. Lepri, commander of the 1-110th Infantry. "His bravery and dedication serve as a reminder to all of the sacrifices made each day to ensure freedom and democracy prevail in Iraq." McCaulley is survived by his parents, James and Donna McCaulley, and his sons, Cody and Dustin. Memorial services have not been scheduled at this time. McCaulley is the 24th Soldier of the Pennsylvania National Guard to be killed in the Global War on Terror. More than 2,200 Pennsylvania National Guard troops are currently serving in Iraq.