Obituary of Byron Nelson

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Byron Nelson

John Byron Nelson Jr. (born February 4, 1912 in Waxahachie, Texas) was a golfer who was best known for winning 54 victories including two masters, two PGA, and U.S open. He was also considered one of the greatest golfers of all time. Byron died on September 26, 2006 and his death was possibly because of old age. He died at age 94.

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Byron Nelson Biography Wiki:

    • Is He Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Nelson, Byron
    • Common Name: Byron Nelson
    • Gender: Male
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: he/him
    • Birthplace: Waxahachie, Texas, United States
    • Birth Date: February 04, 1912
    • Age: 94 (at death)
    • Occupation: Golfer
    • Religion: Christian
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Turquoise (See all his faves at Hot-Forum)

    Byron's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: John Byron Nelson Jr.
    • Father: John Byron Nelson Sr. (1889-1965)
    • Mother: Madge Allen Nelson (1893-1992)
    • Brother(s):
      • Charles Nelson (1926-2018)
    • Sister(s):
      • Margaret Ellen Sherman (1920-2007)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Louise Shofner (married 1934-1985, her death)
      • Peggy Nelson (married 1986-2006, his death)

Death Notice:

  • Date: September 26 2006 at age 94
  • Place: Roanoke, Texas, United States
  • Cause of Death: Old age (unspecified)

Category Tags:

GolferAmerican Born on February 4th Born in 1912 Born in Texas Died in 2006 Died at age 94 Died from Old age

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Wiki Page Updated: 2023-05-18 11:14:40
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