Where Are They Now – The Characters from Possum Trot

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What happened to all of the Characters from Possum Trot

Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot follows the community of Possum Trot in East Texas. We are introduced to Donna and Reverend WC Martin as they feel called to become foster parents. After their experience, the entire community rallies behind the children in and around their community who are experiencing foster care. In this article, we will be discussing where all these characters ended up. You can also check out our Lessons from Possum Trot – A Foster Family’s Review for more of our thoughts on the movie.

In order to respect the privacy for many of the people in the film, we are only providing information shown in the film for many of these people.

“22 families in Possum Trot, Texas adopted 77 of the most difficult to place children in the local foster system. They have become friends and family, high school and college graduates, and many now mothers and fathers themselves.”

-End Note from Sound of Hope: The Story of Possum Trot-

**Disclaimer** We want to emphasize the importance of listening and learning from a variety of sources who are currently working to protect children, keep families together and former adoptees who generously share about their experiences. Resources are listed in this article** 

What Happened to Donna Martin from Possum Trot

Nika King as Donna Martin in The Story of Possum Trot.
Photo from The Story of Possum Trot Press kit

Donna Martin, the matriarch of the Martin family, still resides in the Possum Trot community and continues to serve alongside her husband at Bennett Chapel Missionary Baptist Church. Although there children are grown, the end of the film shows them still communing with one another. Donna and her husband also do speaking engagements to spread the importance of caring for the most vulnerable in our society.

Donna Martin has been married to Reverend WC Martin for over 30 years. “Together they have six children (four adopted) and ten grandchildren.”

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What Happened to Reverend WC Martin from Possum Trot

Demetrius Grosse as Reverend WC Martin in The Story of Possum Trot.
Photo from The Story of Possum Trot Press kit

Similar to Donna, Reverend WC Martin still resides in Possum Trot and serves as the lead pastor at Bennett Chapel Missionary Baptist Church (You can follow the Bennett Chapel Facebook Page here). He continues to support his family and his community while also spreading the important message shown in this film.

“Pastor Martin has been married to First Lady Donna Martin for over 30 years. Together they have six children (four adopted) and ten grandchildren.”

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What Happened to Terri from Possum Trot

Diaana Babnicova as Terri in The Story of Possum Trot.
Photo from The Story of Possum Trot Press kit

Terri is one of the main characters of the film and the climax of the movie involves a connection finally being built between her and her foster family. The end of the movie shows her interacting with the community at Possum Trot.

“Terri lives with her two daughters in Shreveport, Louisiana. She recently bought her first home. She excels in retail management, and currently oversees three locations for a national convenience store chain.”

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What Happened to Susan Ramsey from Possum Trot

Elzabeth Mitchell as Susan Ramsey in The Story of Possum Trot.
Photo from The Story of Possum Trot Press kit

“Susan Ramsey was considered family by the Possum Trot community. Bennett Chapel was the only church she would attend. Susan received the distinguished Child Welfare League of America’s Outstanding Service Award in 2000. She passed away from cancer in 2002. Donna Martin gave her eulogy.”

What Happened to the Martin Children?

Aria Jennai Pulliam and Asher Liam Clay as Mercedes and Tyler in The Story of Possum Trot.
Photo from The Story of Possum Trot Press kit

Ladonna: “Ladonna is married and a stay-at-home mother of three. She continues as an organist and member of Bennett Chapel.”

Tyler: “Tyler still lives near Possum Trot today. He became a father in 2022 and works in construction.”

Mercedes: “Mercedes is still close with Tyler and lives just outside Possum Trot. She has two daughters and manages a restaurant.”

Joshua: “Joshua lives in Houston and is now a father of two. He co-owns Loyalty Wines, a growing US wine label.”

Princeton: “Princeton is an all-time family favorite, and remains the most faithful member of the Bennett Chapel praise team.”

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Quick notes on Some Other Characters from Possum Trot

Brenda, Chewy, and Michael: “Michael was the last child to be adopted in Possum Trot. Michael graduated high school in 2021 and plays basketball for a University in Texas.” Nothing was specifically noted about Brenda and Chewy, but they are shown with Michael at the end of the film

Diann: “Diann is mom to Shanta, Nino, and Randy, and now grandma to twelve.”

Nino: “Nino and his wife have four children and twins on the way. He works as a machinist and she is a nurse.”

How to Help Children in Foster Care

The story of the community in Possum Trot shows the importance of caring for children who need help. If this story hits you, there are a few ways that you can get involved in helping children and people affected by the foster crisis.

Prevent Kids From Entering Foster Care

To paraphrase Susan, about 70% of the children experiencing foster care are there due to poverty. If you truly want to prevent several thousands of children from entering the foster system, helping and supporting people and families in poverty has to be part of the solution.
-Educate yourself about the basic issues, like this article addresses, or this one.
-Support non profits like Save the Children, local food programs, and local education or health programs.

Help Children Currently in Foster Care

There are several ways you can support children experiencing foster care.
-Becoming a foster parent
-Becoming an advocate and mentor through the CASA program.
-Treating children experiencing foster care with respect, like you would any other child. Do not ask about their trauma and pain.

Help and Support Foster Families

We actually have a full post on how you can support foster families!

Thanks for checking out our What happened to the Characters from Possum Trot post. Before you go, check out these other posts:

–Lessons from Possum Trot – A Foster Family’s Review

-Check out more about Angel Studios movie on the first US Saint here

–Jesus Revolution Discussion Questions and Review and What Happened to the Characters from Jesus Revolution

–The Chosen Season 1, Season 2, and Season 3 Discussion Guides

-When a bird changes how you read the Bible: Blue Parakeet Book Review

-5 lessons on communication from Narnia here.

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