At My Husband’s Funeral, a Teenage Boy I Had Never Seen Before Walked up to Me and Said, ‘He Promised You’d Take Care of Me’
“But I need confirmation.”
“He established an education trust at that time,” Mr. Collins continued. “You are listed as successor trustee. In the event of Daniel’s death, you have full discretion to continue funding Adam’s schooling until he turns 21.”
I felt the room tilt slightly. “Why didn’t he tell me?”
Mr. Collins folded his hands. “Donna asked him not to disclose her history or financial struggles. Daniel wanted to honor that request. He planned to tell you eventually, but died before he’d built the confidence to do it.”
“You are listed as successor trustee.”
