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Nolan Wells would have been 19 today. Read his family's birthday letter
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What happenedNolan Wells should have turned 19 surrounded by a birthday cake, candles and laughter. Instead, the day has become one of remembrance for his family, who shared a heartfelt message to their "Nono" in heaven.
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CenterNolan Wells would have been 19 today. Read his family's birthday letter
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Nolan Wells would have been 19 today. Read his family's birthday letter
Nolan Wells should have turned 19 surrounded by a birthday cake, candles and laughter. Instead, the day has become one of remembrance for his family, who shared a heartfelt message to their...
