Nolan Wells‘ mother, Christine Wonsley, marked the late teenager’s 19th birthday with a heartfelt message shared on Facebook on Wednesday, August 19. Nolan was found dead in the water near Horn Island in Jackson County, Mississippi, on Monday, July 6. He’d been reported missing two days earlier after he didn’t return from a Fourth of July boating trip with friends.
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Nolan Wells’ Mother Shares 19th Birthday Message To Her Son
Wonsley’s post for her son’s birthday also included photographs of Nolan and his family throughout the years. Additionally, the message was shared with the song ‘Eternal Sunshine’ by Jhené Aiko.
“Today you are 19 Nono! There are so many things we want to say but we will keep it simple,” she wrote. “As we sit here and reflect on what an amazing kiddo you grew up to be, we can’t help but to feel blessed, honored, proud, but most of all thankful. Thankful we were able to experience a glimpse of God’s love in human form. Although you are no longer physically here with us, we will always celebrate you and the legacy you have left for us to protect. You have taught us so much about life and how everyday is a blessing and how we have to do better at just living in the moment. Thank you for being the best son, brother, grandson, nephew, and friend anyone could ever ask for. Thank you for bringing joy, laughter and real happiness to us each and every day. You are truly our angel. Raising you has been an absolute joy and honor. You will be missed every second of everyday and you will never be forgotten our sweet sonshine. Happy Heavenly 19th Birthday Nono. Remember don’t eat too much Oreo cake and hug Grandma for us. Mahal na mahal ka namin, aming pinakamamahal na anak at kapatid. (Taglog to English translation: We love you our beloved son and brother) Love, Mom, Dad, Siblings, Louis, Ling and Family
The family hired civil rights attorney Ben Crump after local authorities said they didn’t suspect foul play, despite contradictions within Nolan’s friend group. The NAACP also joined the investigation on August 17, according to a statement from the organization’s general counsel, Kristen Clarke, per Reuters.
“We’re taking up this fight to search for truth and transparency surrounding the death of Nolan Wells,” reads the statement.
Christine Wonsley Asked Folks To Keep Their Negative Comments
Wonsley ended her post by asking people not to leave negative comments. The grieving mother has been attacked online simply for trying to find out what happened to her baby.
“*KEEP NEGATIVE COMMENTS TO YOURSELVES,” she wrote. “Remember Nolan is MY & ELMORE’S SON who WE LOST. #JusticeForNolanWells #IStandWithNolan.”
Not only was Wonsley recently trolled online, but an anonymous complaint was also filed against her with the Mississippi Board of Nursing, and a professional misconduct investigation was opened.
The investigation was later closed. However, Wonsley’s workplace has been flooded with negative reviews since her son’s death.
Wonsley’s Message Touched Hearts On Facebook
Thousands of people responded with support for Wonsley and her heartbroken family after Nolan’s 19th birthday message was shared on TSR’s Instagram page.
@worldofsimone added, “She’s such a light, ugh the fact she is still speaking positivity I know she was a great mom. 😔.”
User @asialynn22 wrote, “My heart breaks for her so bad. No mother should have to go thru this.
🙏🏾.”
User @kelli_bundi_ wrote, “This is so heartbreaking! That baby deserved to be alive and celebrating his day surrounded by his loved ones! I can’t even fathom their feelings!! 🥺🥺🥺🥺.”
@kingm3cyn wrote, “😢💔 this is so unfair.”
@fashion_junkee_ added, “So sad and unfair. The truth will come out ! Justice for Nolan Wells! 😢🙏🏾🙏🏾.”
User @licityy__ noted a sad truth. “The fact that she had to tell people ‘no negative comments’ is sad…”
@_kingmookie wrote, “Happy birthday young man. The wrath of God has already been written! Vengeance is his , he will repay. 🤍🕊️.”
User@thefemalegodd replied, “I pray his spirit unfold this entire situation expose everything happy birthday to you❤️.”
@lucretia5715 added, “😢NO JUSTICE NO PEACE.”
In addition, Wonsley also shared footage on Instagram of her singing Happy Birthday to her Nono as she celebrated his life, and it is heart-wrenching.
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