South Plains native Sonny Curtis, a prolific singer-songwritter who was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the Crickets, is being remembered for his lasting impact on the music industry.

Curtis, a Meadow native who for decades has been recognized for his contributions through hall of fame inductions and honors, died Friday in Nashville , according to an obituary in The New York Times. He was 88.

Civic Lubbock Inc. released a statement Saturday recalling Curtis' impact and contributions.

"We are saddened to learn of the passing of Sonny Curtis yesterday," the statement reads. "He was inducted into the West Texas Walk of Fame in 1986. Known for his collaborations with Buddy Holly, he was a member of the Crickets and continued with the band after Holly's death."

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