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.

Friday, October 21, 2011

SIGNIFICANT ANNIVERSARY !!!


Sunday, October 23, 2011 will mark the 160th wedding anniversary of John Jones Self and Lydia Avaline Waters Self. They were married in the Gaddistown District of Union County, Georgia. John was 26 and Lydia was 18 when they married. They had 11 children. For more information on this couple, do a search on this site using their names.

posted by Barry T. Self | 6:57 PM

MORE PHOTOS FROM SELF FAMILY REUNION






posted by Barry T. Self | 1:23 PM

Wednesday, October 19, 2011

MORE PHOTOS FROM THE SELF FAMILY REUNION





posted by Barry T. Self | 4:13 PM

Tuesday, October 18, 2011

MORE SELF FAMILY REUNION PHOTOS








posted by Barry T. Self | 9:04 PM

Wednesday, October 05, 2011

MORE PHOTOS FROM THE SELF FAMILY REUNION 2011










posted by Barry T. Self | 7:44 PM

ANNUAL SELF FAMILY REUNION WAS A BLAST






















The annual Self Family Reunion was held September 24 at the Pearson Springs Rotary Pavilion in Maryville, Tennessee. I probably say this every year, but the reunion just gets better and better. The attendance gets better and the food and fellowship get better. We enjoyed a delicious meal and some wonderful conversation that lasted into the early evening. It was so good to see everyone have a good time. I apologize for not getting the photos posted sooner, but I had some difficulty. Thanks to everyone who was able to attend. We plan on meeting at the same place next year.

posted by Barry T. Self | 6:23 PM