Teen Doesn't Want To Talk To Mom Because She Sold Fallen Marine Dad’s Beloved Car - Or So He Thinks

Feb 01, 2019 by apost team

Triston Walsh was only 4 years old when his father died. Marine Sgt. Nick Walsh was killed at age 26 on deployment in Iraq. He left many things behind, including his beloved 1991 Ford Bronco that was to one day become his son's.

Nick's wife, Julie, kept the car as her son grew. Tristan didn't have much of his dad left, and he was eager to one day get his license so he could connect with one of the last tangible pieces of his late father.

Julie knew that the car wouldn't last forever. Sitting unused, it's parts were left to fall victim to rust and decay. Worried about the car's deteriorating condition, Julie took to Facebook to seek out advice. She wasn't sure whether she should sell it before it became useless or if there was some other alternative.

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The response was unexpected and overwhelming. The story of Sgt. Walsh's car traveled across the internet, and soon, local dealerships and mechanics were offering to fix it free of charge.

Tristian's 16th birthday was approaching, so Julie decided to take the opportunity to turn the restoration of her late husband's car into an unforgettable gift. Julie decided to tell Tristian that she was going to sell the Bronco to buy him a car that actually worked.

Tristian was devastated. He'd planned on driving his dad's car for as long as he could remember, and the thought of losing it was heartbreaking. He stopped talking to his mom altogether. The last piece of his dad, a piece he'd left specifically for his son, was soon to be gone. The thought left Tristian unable to even think of speaking to his mother.

Julie didn't let the silent treatment ruin the surprise. She knew that Tristian's heartache would only lead to greater joy when he finally received the greatest gift he could ever ask for.

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