Inducted 2004

Benefactor: Friends of the SGMA

Lillian Little Soldier Klaudt, matriarch of the famous Klaudt Indian Family, had a heart for missions. 

She was born June 29 1906 on the Fort Berthold Indian Reservation in Beaver Creek, North Dakota. Her life was spent spreading the word of God all over the country. The Klaudt Indian Family moved from the Dakota Badlands so that her children could attend the Church of God's Bible Training School in Cleveland, Tennessee. 

This talented family often appeared in full Indian regalia and featured a vast array of instruments in their programs. They were one of the best loved groups on the Wally Fowler All Night Singings. The popularity of the group continued through the 60s as they were fixtures on the Bob Poole Show as well as other Gospel Music programs. 

At the age of 90, "Mom" Klaudt made her last stage appearance at 1996 Grand Ole Gospel Reunion with her family. She passed away March 3, 2001. "Mom" Klaudt was always a crowd favorite with her heartfelt rendition of "Blessed Assurance".