What a surprise! Son floored by dad's incredible weight loss

Published May 30, 2014 10:49 AM CDT

BOISE -- An Idaho man transformed himself so much that his own son barely recognized him after being away for two years. You see, the dad lost 140 pounds in that time.

According to KTVB, Ty Higley had been away from his family for two years serving on a mission in Brazil. He had limited contact with his family during that time, so his dad was able to keep the weight loss a secret.

At the emotional homecoming at the airport, it took Ty a few minutes to realize the man in front of him was his father. Just watch...