The U.S. Army has identified the soldier who died during a training accident at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC) in Hohenfels, Germany, on October 18.
Sgt. Terell Seales, 34, of Florence, New Jersey, was a Motor Transport Operator (88M) assigned to the 2nd Brigade Combat Team “Strike,” 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault). He died from injuries sustained in a vehicle accident during training exercises with his unit.
“Sgt. Seales was an exceptional leader and soldier who inspired others to give their very best,” said Col. Duke Reim, commander of the 2nd Brigade Combat Team. “We remain in close contact with his family to provide care and any support they may need during this difficult time. We are also deeply grateful to our German Allies for their swift response and steadfast support to our soldiers.”
At the time of the incident, Seales and his unit were participating in Exercise Combined Resolve 26-1, a large-scale multinational training exercise held at the JMRC’s Hohenfels Training Area. The exercise, led by the 7th Army Training Command, brings together U.S. and allied forces to enhance readiness and interoperability across NATO partners.
Sgt. Terell Seales
According to the Army, Combined Resolve provides “a unique environment in Europe to develop leaders and formations who are prepared for large-scale combat operations.” Learn more here.
Seales joined the Army in 2021 and served at Fort Hood, Texas, and Fort Drum, New York, before arriving at Fort Campbell in 2024. This was his second deployment, following a previous rotation to Lithuania in 2023.
His awards and decorations include:
Army Commendation Medal (2)
Army Achievement Medal (4)
Army Good Conduct Medal (2)
National Defense Service Medal
Army Service Ribbon
Driver and Mechanic Badge
The Army has confirmed that the incident remains under investigation.
Remembered by Those Who Served Beside Him
News of Seales’ death has sparked an outpouring of grief and memories across social media from those who served and laughed alongside him.
“This one hits hard,” wrote fellow soldier Travis Fierro. “Seales was the shining light when we were in a terrible situation—making everyone laugh in tough times. Rest in peace, brother.”
Another friend, Blu Nino, recalled their final night together:
“Damn bro… we was just talking, kicking it, and now this. R.I.P. Terrell Seales, aka ‘Bitch Made.’ Love you bro.”
Jen Cameron, who served with Seales during the COVID barracks days at Fort Drum, shared:
“Til Valhalla, Terrell Seales. You were that dependable person when things were rough. You’ll be missed deeply.”
From every corner of his military life, soldiers echoed the same themes—Seales’ humor, reliability, and ability to lift others up. One comrade remembered a “Kurtis Blow jam session” with him during a JRTC rotation—calling it one of their top Army memories.
