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.

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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.

Tuesday, June 29, 2010

LIFE CAN'T GET ANY BETTER...


Cousin Duane Hill sent me this pix. He comments "Life cannot get any better than this...(Ol' Gramps with Ethan & Olivia)!"

Thank you Duane for sharing this with us.

Monday, June 21, 2010

HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY STEPHEN SELF

Happy 40th birthday wishes to my little brother, Stephen Self. He was born June 21, 1970 in Sweetwater, TN. HAVE A GREAT DAY STEPHEN!

HAPPY BELATED FATHER'S DAY

I want to wish a Happy (Belated) Father's Day to all the fathers in the family. I was away from the computer this weekend. I hope all of you had a great day. I certainly did.

Sunday, June 13, 2010

MORE PIXS FROM SELF FAMILY REUNION ON JUNE 5, 2010





Friday, June 11, 2010

MORE PHOTOS FROM THE SELF REUNION LAST SATURDAY











More photos will follow.

DESCENDANTS OF EMERY AND MARY SELF GATHER






Saturday, June 6, 2010 marked the annual gathering of the family of Emery and Mary Self at the home of J.L. and Edna Self in Maryville, Tennessee. The reunion was well attended this year. We enjoyed a delicious lunch and some great fellowship. The weather was nice also. J.L Self commented that this was the 20th year the reunion has been held at his home. We also celebrated the 50th wedding anniversary of J.L. and Edna after lunch, complete with a beautiful cake. They were married December 23, 1959 and celebrated 50 years together last December. More photos from the reunion will follow.