Three members of The Nelons, a quartet inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame, were among seven individuals who tragically died in a plane crash in Wyoming, as confirmed by a family statement.
The co-founder of The Nelons, Kelly Nelon Clark, along with her husband Jason Clark and their daughter, Amber Nelon Kistler, lost their lives in the crash that occurred on Friday afternoon. This was announced by their daughter Autumn Nelon Streetman, the fourth member of the group.
Kelly Nelon Clark, Amber Nelon Thompson, Autumn Nelon Clark, and Jason Clark of The Nelons attend the 52nd GMA Dove Awards at Lipscomb Allen Arena on Oct. 19, 2021, in Nashville, Tennessee.
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“I am grateful for the prayers already sent my way, including those for my husband, Jamie, our soon-to-be-born son, as well as Jason’s parents, Dan and Linda Clark,” said Nelon Streetman. “Your continued prayers, love, and support are deeply appreciated as we face the days ahead.”
This is a developing story and updates will follow. The Associated Press contributed to this report.
