Mo. family killed in plane crash laid to rest
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Posted: 09/23/2012
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By: 41 Action News Staff
KANSAS CITY, Mo. - A family killed in a plane crash after leaving the Royals game was laid to rest this weekend.
John Lambert and his three children, Grayson, McKinley and Joshua, died after their plane crashed in a field near the airport in Springfield, Mo., Sept.16.
Robin Melton, a family friend, was also killed in the crash.
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For nearly two hours, friends and family paid tribute and celebrated their lives.
Dozens of photos lined the hallways of the church showing the family on vacation and playing sports.
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A preliminary report by the National Transportation Safety Board said Lambert did not radio for help before the crash.
The report also said visibility was poor due to cloudy conditions.
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