Evan Bayh: “I rise today to honor the life of SSG Kenneth K. McAninch of the U.S. Army and Logansport, IN. Staff Sergeant McAninch…”

“I rise today to honor the life of SSG Kenneth K. McAninch of the U.S. Army and Logansport, IN. Staff Sergeant McAninch was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division at Fort Campbell, KY. He was 28 years old when he lost his life on October 21, 2010, while serving bravely in support of Operation Enduring Freedom in Paktika Province, Afghanistan. He was serving his third tour of duty. A native Hoosier, Kenny attended Lewis Cass Junior-Senior High School in Walton, IN. His principal described Kenny as 'one of those kids who always worked hard to get things done.' Staff Sergeant McAninch enlisted in the U.S. Army in 2005. A decorated soldier, his awards include the Joint Service Commendation Medal, Joint Service Achievement Medal, Joint Meritorious Unit Award, Army Good Conduct Medal, and the National Defense Service Medal. Staff Sergeant McAninch was a devoted husband, father, and son. I join his family and friends in mourning his death. He is survived by his wife, Shawnna McAninch; his children, Jeremiah, Braxton, Brayden, Colby, and Shyanne; his father, Marvin McAninch of Logansport, IN; and his mother, Cheryl Nance of Peru, IN. We take pride in the example of this American hero, even as we struggle to express our sorrow over this loss. We cherish the legacy of his service and his life.”