Beulah Nadine Campbell

Beulah Nadine Campbell, age 86, passed away surrounded by her family and the memories of a life well lived. Mrs. Campbell is survived by her son, Randall L. Dickinson; daughter, Marguerite A. (Dickinson) Knight; six grandchildren; eleven great-grandchildren; and three great-great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents, William David (W.D.) Hardeman and Bula Waldrop Hardeman; her first husband, Clarence Leon Dickinson; her second husband, Thomas Eugene Campbell; her sister, Virginia Gayle (Hardeman) Clontz; her brother, R. Colin Hardeman; and her son, David Earl Dickinson. Born on January 23, 1940, in North Alabama, Nadine spent her early years among close-knit communities and the rolling landscapes she always held dear. Her family later moved to Birmingham, Alabama, where she grew into the strong-willed and devoted woman so many came to know and love. Nadine found joy in life's simple pleasures, especially spending time outdoors, visiting with family, friends, and neighbors, sharing stories, catching up on local happenings, and offering her honest opinion. She had a gift for conversation and treasured the relationships she built throughout her life. Nadine met her first husband, Leon, in the late 1950s, and together they shared many happy years while raising their three children. Following his passing, she devoted herself to her work and family until she met her second husband, Tom Campbell. Together they enjoyed many wonderful years before Tom's passing in 2022. In her later years, Nadine faced the challenges of short-term memory loss with the same strength that defined her life. Although recent memories sometimes faded, the stories of her earlier years remained vivid and full of life. She was known for her steadfast convictions, unwavering determination, and willingness to speak her mind. Those who knew her will remember her resilient spirit, warm conversations, and the lasting impact she made on everyone fortunate enough to know her. The family will receive friends from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Friday, July 31, 2026, at Adams Brown Service Funeral Home. A private burial will follow at 2:00 p.m. at Elmwood Cemetery in Birmingham, Alabama. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made to Shepherd's Cove Hospice in Albertville, Alabama, or to the hospice organization of your choice.

Beulah Nadine Campbell

January 23, 1940 - July 27, 2026