INDIANAPOLIS — The Indiana National Guard and Indianapolis Fire Department confirmed in a news release the death of a 34-year-old man, who died while on orders in North Carolina. Sgt. Nathaniel J. Thomas, 34, died Thursday, June 4 while on orders at Fort Bragg, North Carolina.at Fort Bragg, North Carolina. "Thomas lived a life defined by unwavering service, dedicating himself fully to both his nation and his local community," the news release reads.