Mrs. Nellie Belinda Swain was born on January 4, 1952 in Talladega County, Alabama to Arthur
L. McGhee and Julie Irene Twyman Adams.
She married Ervin Swain on May 7, 1982. She graduated from Winterboro High School and
later Nunnelly Technical College with a Bachelor’s Degree. She later worked at AIDB for 32 years before retiring.
Nellie enjoyed shopping, singing, praise dancing, sewing and spending as much time with her
family as she could. She leaves a legacy of love, joy and warmth that will forever remain in the
hearts of those who knew her.
Nellie was preceded in death by her grandmother, Nettie Hester Twyman; two uncles, Bishop
Joseph Twyman and William Sam Twyman; four brothers, Bishop George L. Adams, Steve Adams, Jonathan Adams Sr. and Jeffery Adams.
She leaves to cherish her memories, one daughter, Dr. Tynea Swain of McCalla, Alabama; nine sisters, Julia Herring (Harrell) of Talladega, Alabama, Elizabeth Garrett (Willie C) of Talladega, Alabama, Mary Stevenson of Talladega, Alabama, Carolyn Tandy (James) of Talladega, Alabama, Angela Adams Ashley (Patrick) of Lincoln, Alabama, Latonya Beavers (Letrek) of Talladega, Alabama, Linda Given of Montgomery, Alabama, Yvonne Swain (Lyvord) of Montgomery, Alabama and Cynthia McGhee of Montgomery, Alabama; three brothers, Henry Adams (Sunette) of Talladega, Alabama, Michael Adams (Tina) of Talladega, Alabama, Van Kelly (Jackie) of Talladega, Alabama; one granddaughter, London O’Neal; two special friends, Kathy and Kirk Cunningham; and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.
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To the Swain Family, from Carlos R. Colston Sr. and Family, our Deepest sympathy for the Entire Swain Family, we Love You All, and will keep You all in our Prayers 🙏❤️
I'm so sorry to hear about Nellie going home to be with Jesus! I worked with her at AIDB in HR for many, many years. I thought so much of her and loved her dearly! She was a precious woman. My condolences to Tynea and all of her family. Prayers for all of you.
I am truly sorry for your loss. Praying for the families strength and comfort. Sending my sincere condolences,love and prayers 🙏
My heartfelt condolences to the families
My heartfelt condolences to the Swain & Adams Families, Ms. Nettie was a sweet woman with a beautiful spirit & she will definitely be missed, your journey has ended now take your rest Queen... gone but will never be forgotten. To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.
Ms. Nellie was always so kind and sweet! I'll never forget how kind she was to my brother when she lived in Mardisville! I know that the heavens are rejoicing to have her home! Praying for Nea and London, and all who loved her!
I worked with Nellie for years! She was a wonderful friend!
Sending prayers to the family. From my family to your family we are truly sorry for your loss. You all have our deepest sympathy and condolences.
Condolences to the family. You are in my prayers.
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