A compassionate teacher and grieving widower who provides crucial emotional support to young Nathan. His shared experience of loss fosters a mentorship dynamic with the boy, bridging generational grief and reinforcing the community's interconnected healing throughout the first film.
Their families live in close proximity, creating a natural social connection.
They bridge parental and educational support to care for Nathan.
Dalton holds an educational role that intersects with Lily's family activities.
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