Barry's Genealogy Diary

This online genealogical diary is hosted by Barry T. Self. It is primarily for information pertaining to the SELF surname, more particularly for descendants of John J. and Lydia Avaline Waters Self, who were married in Union County, GA in 1851. Barry Self is the SELF proclaimed family genealogist and historian, having spent over 20 years researching this Self line. This diary is dedicated to preserving and sharing the findings of his research.

My Photo
Name:
Location: Madisonville, Tennessee, United States

I am married to a wonderful and sweet wife, Svitlana, who is from Ukraine and we have a beautiful daughter, Lydia Elizabeth. I have worked in the funeral business since 1988 and thoroughly enjoy researching my family roots.

Wednesday, April 22, 2009

I'LL BE AWAY FOR AWHILE

Beginning April 23, 2009, I will be away from the computer for two weeks. We are going to visit the in-laws. I will be back (hopefully) and try to get some posts put on this site after May 8. Thanks for your patience.

Barry

Tuesday, April 07, 2009

SARA SELF AND TWO CHILDREN


This is a picture of Sarah Self, wife of Onie Self, and two of her children, Pauline and Gene Self. Pauline was born September 5, 1943 and Gene was born February 22, 1945. I figure this picture was made around 1947.

J.R. SHERMAN AND LILLIE PLASTER SELF PICTURE


J.R. Sherman Self died on July 26, 1934. This helps us to date this picture.

A SELF FAMILY PICTURE


This picture was given to me by the late Berlin Self. Left to right is Sara Self, holding her son, William (Bill) Self. Bill was born August 12, 1935, so this helps us to date this picture. Next to Sara is her husband, Onie Self and his mother, Lillie Self, wife of J.R. Sherman Self. Dessie Self is next and then Burt Self is on the end. Dessie and Burt are two more children of Lillie Self.

BOYHOOD PICTURE OF THE LATE BERLIN SELF


This is a boyhood picture of the late Berlin Self, who passed away March 5, 2009.