A tragic plane crash claimed the lives of seven members of the Nelons, a beloved gospel family. The victims included Jason and Kelly Nelon Clark, their daughter Amber, her husband Nathan Kistler, family worker Melanie Hodges, and pilot Larry Haynie with his wife Melissa. The only survivor, Autumn Nelon Streetman, expressed gratitude for the prayers and support, saying, “Thank you for your love during this time.”

The family was traveling to Alaska for the Gaither Homecoming Cruise when their plane crashed in Wyoming. Witnesses described seeing the plane engulfed in flames before it hit the ground. Despite emergency responders’ efforts, there were no survivors.

Inducted into the Gospel Music Association Hall of Fame in 2016, the Nelons were known for their contributions to gospel music with songs like “I Shall Not Be Moved” and “Come Morning.”

Fans and fellow musicians mourned the loss, remembering the Nelons’ “immense impact on gospel music.”

The National Transportation Safety Board will investigate the crash to determine the cause.