Son of Michael Nelson and Rose Ellen Hurly (nee McKenna), of Johannesburg. Husband of Heima Agnes Hurly (nee Dollar), of 95 Northdene Avenue, Brakpan. Born Jacobsdal, Orange Free State. A clerk. He had 2 sons. His brother also died on service.
LG Sup 2 November 1917 pg. 11348 as 2923 Trooper 2nd Mounted Brigade Scouts