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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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.

Sunday, October 23, 2016

ROLEY AND VIETTA SELF FAMILY REUNION

The family of the late Roley and Vietta Self held a reunion Saturday, October 8, 2016 at Ft. Loudoun State Park in Vonore, Tennessee. Kathey Self Hannah, a granddaughter to Roley and Vietta Self, shared some photos from the reunion.

posted by Barry T. Self | 6:59 PM

Wednesday, October 12, 2016

MICHAEL E. SELF, SR. OBITUARY

Self, Michael E. Sr., age 62 of Sevierville, TN went home to be with the Lord suddenly on Friday, October 7, 2016. He was of the Baptist Faith, and employed by Wyndham Resorts, and loved helping anyone in need. He was preceded in death by his parents, Frank and June Self. He is survived by his brother, Steve Self, Sr.; children, Michael E. Self, Jr. and wife Christie, Amanda Johnson and husband Wally, Daniel Self, and Ashley Self; grandchildren, Brittany Williams and husband Scott, Dylan Johnson, Taylor Christian, Cody Johnson, and Jerica Christian; great-grandchild, Gabriel Williams the light of Pappy’s life; and special friends Cindy Wright, Jill Self, Charlie Schlicher, and Dewey Evans. The family will receive friends from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm Thursday, October 13, 2016 at Rose Mortuary Broadway Chapel. A Celebration of Life Service will follow at 7:00 pm with Rev. Glen Bruner officiating.Interment will be private. Online obituary may be viewed and condolences extended at www.rosemortuary.com.

posted by Barry T. Self | 7:56 PM

Saturday, October 08, 2016

RACHEL LOUISE BAIN SELF OBITUARY

Rachel “Louise” Bain Self, 90 of Etowah, TN went home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 3, 2016.  She lived a long, fulfilling life surrounded by family and friends who loved her dearly.  She was a member of Conasauga Baptist Church and the daughter of the late Jewel and Sarah Bain.
Preceded in death by her husband, Glenn W. Self; parents, listed above; brothers, Jay, Hershell, Glen, and Carl Bain; Grandsons, Ronnie Burton and Michael Burton. She is survived by her children, Glenda  and Clinton Martin of Etowah, TN, Bobbie Davis of Athens, TN, Sherry Self of Etowah, TN, Joan Self Morrow of Etowah, TN, Gary and Martha Self of Georgia, David and Shannon Self of Englewood, Teresa and Rick Burham  of Riceville, TN, grandchildren, Laura and Rod Gay of Etowah, TN, Scotty Martin of Etowah, TN, Tonya and Mark Teague of Madisonville, TN, Patrick and Melissa Harper of Decatur, TN, Melissa Self and Shawn Reeves of Georgia, April and Ryan Witmer of Georgia, Gary II and Kayla Self of Georgia, Petty Officer Second Class Joseph and Mandy Self of Mississippi, Rachal Self of Englewood, TN; 18 great-grandchildren; 6 great-great-grandchildren. Special thanks to Caris Healthcare and Archer’s Family Home Care-Choices. Josh Harper, Paul Harper, Rod Gay, Mark Teague, Gary Self II and Daniel Branch will serve as pallbearers. Honorary pallbearers will be Patrick Harper and Kyle Gay
 A Graveside service will be held at 1:00 p.m., Thursday, October 6, 2016 at Green Hill Cemetery with Pastor Russ Maples officiating.

posted by Barry T. Self | 10:18 AM