David D. Self Obituary

TOUJOURS PRET!

I served in the same company as Ssg self during his last tour. The CO needed his best NCO to rip with the incoming company one last time and he was always ready. Toujours pret! I am always thankful for having served with an NCO of his caliber. He is always held in my thoughts. God speed Ssg self, and thank you.

My name is Edie Self and, while I did not know your David Self, I did know another war hero named David A. Self, Jr. who was my Father-in-law. I know he would want me to tell you how proud we are of you, David, how much you will be missed here on earth, but most of all, how much we honor, respect, and love you for protecting us with your every action and your very life. I know my Dad-in-law Dave is up there, with you now, and shaking your hand. We 'Selfs' will never forget you.

I served with Self from 2001 - 2003 at FT. Lewis, WA & 2005 - 2007 at FT. Hood, TX. During our time in TX, I'd the privilege of being his roommate and riding with him in his "big" red Dodge truck. Dave was also my best man at my first marriage while I was stationed at FT. Lewis, WA. Dave will always be missed as a friend and a his soldier in my heart. I just wish Dave had of taking my advice and got out and did something else than Army. Either way, Dave enjoyed being a12B (Combat Engineer) and serving his country. To Dave Self, I wish you could of visited me and my new family in Florida someday. So we could of had a few beers and drove around in your "big" red Dodge truck. Dave I really miss you!

I loved him... he was my best friend in the world growing up. I was devastated when he moved to Mississippi, away from me and Las Vegas... that was the last time I'd see him, although we would talk on the phone every now and then. I love you brother.. why didn't we ever actually work on getting together for a good night of drinking instead of always talking about it???????????????????//

i am in nurseing home and we support all heros....He will be always a HERO

David was a good friend and one of the best Non commissioned officers I have known in my military career. I served with him in Afghanistan and would go thru any war with him if he was still with us today. David will always be in our prayers and in our memories as a soldier, a nco, and a great friend. Its been almost two years and I still shed tears for the loss of a great friend and a brother in arms.

I know its been almost 2 years and I haven't got on here to tell you but I will miss you and so will the rest of the troop. You were a great NCO and we won't for get that every time we talk about you its hard not to bring a tear I guess that's why it took so long. I miss and love you brother. To his family I'm sorry for your loss I know he is doing better now.

To the family of Staff Sgt. David D. Self:
David gave the ultimate sacrifice and will be held in the hearts of Americans forever. I cannot and will not let our fallen heroes be forgotten. My deepest sympathy to you. "Some gave all."

To a great warrior and good all around person you are missed. My deepest sympathy goes out to all of the family and his friends.

To an outstanding warrior and Soldier. You will not be forgotten. My deepest sympathies go out to the Family and Friends.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to the entire Self family for the lost of your beloved David. We are enternally greatful for the selfless sacrafice he made for the safety of our country. May he rest in peace. And may God continue to Bless and comfort you all.

We are so sorry for the loss of a brave soldier and patriot. We are thankful for his service to our great country, and grieve with his family, our family, for their sacrifice. We love you, Sherry. The Wilmoth Family

I served with David in FT.Lewis and in Germany. He was always willing to make you smile and always willing to have a good time. He was a great soldier, leader and person. He will always be remembered by all of his fellow soldiers friend and family. RIP my friend

I am so sorry for your loss.May STAFF SGT. DAVID D. SELF rest in peace and you find comfort in knowing that he is. He will not be forgotten. GOD BLESS

May the memories of David and this promise sustain you:He is healing the brokenhearted ones and is binding up their painful spots." Psalm 147:3

Rest well soldier. Thank you for your service and the ultimate sacrifice to keep our country safe. Prayers for your family, friends, and brothers-in-arms.

Praying for the Self family during this difficult time. It's impossible to express in words the gratitude I have for this young soldier. May God Bless your family and carry and comfort them through this dark time.

Thank you to the family of SSgt Self for sharing this young man with the military and the United States. He is a true hero and our thoughts and prayers are with you.

My sympathy is extended to the Self Family. This is a great loss. May God bless David's family during this difficult time. (Barry Self, Self Family Genealogist)

My thoughts and prayers are with the Self Family. I didn't know SSgt. Self, but I have a great deal of respect for military personelle because (they) he live(d) such a selfless life, surrendering his life for all of us. Thank You!!!

To Sgt. Self's Family, Friends and Military Family - You all have been in the prayers of so many and will continue to be. Thank you all for your ultimate sacrifice. I know how proud of David you must be. God bless you all and our military near and far. Love from Florence, MS

You don't know me, but I just want to thank your son for what he did. Because of what your son and every soilder is doing, my grandchildren can play in their front yard without being bombed. I'm so sorry for your loss. I wished I had some magic words that would make the pain easier. May God bless you and your family.

God Bless your son for his service to our country. Our heartfelt sympathies to your family in this time of grief.

For you every single soldier
Those who served so honorable
Your life was forever altered
While I’m home safe and free
I stand with grateful admiration
I stand respectful and so proud
I know I’m only a civilian
And I don’t even know if it’s allowed

But I salute you; allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
Even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
My humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.
I salute you.

For those missing in action;
for those who didn’t make it home.
I know you’re in God’s presence you are not alone.
For every neatly folded flag;
for every shattered family
I will do the only thing I know to dignify your memory.

I salute you, allow me the honor
to salute you with permission let me say
even though I hold no rank know that from my heart
my humble gratitude comes from the deepest part.

I salute you .

I Salute You.


Suzanne MacDaniel (Colonie,NY)
- A Proud Aunt
SGT. David M. Fisher
KIA 12/1/04 - Iraq

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

THANKING YOU FOR OUR FREEDOM THIS MEMORIAL DAY AND EVERY DAY. GOD BLESS YOU STAFF SGT. DAVID D. SELF. REST IN PEACE.

Prayer Shawls 4 Fallen Soldiers is an organization with groups throughout the country who strive to send handmade prayer shawls and/or lap robes to families who have lost a loved one in service to our country. Members of Trindle Spring Lutheran Church would like to honor your son's sacrifice and memory by sending our prayers and comfort through a shawl which we will mail to you. If you are interested, please contact me at [email protected] with names and addresses and which they would like to receive, then we will send them as soon as possible.
Also, If you know of any other families who are grieving the loss of a loved one in service to our country, please pass along my e-mail address.
May God bless you and comfort you in the days ahead.
Sincerely, Lynne

Sorry for your loss. I pray for your comfort and peace through this time. but your love ones service and sacifice to our country is greatly appreciated.

Our hearts are saddened for the loss of David. I pray that the Self Family knows how much they are loved and thought of today and everyday. David's service to his country will never be forgotten and he will live in our hearts forever. God bless his family.

This Memorial Day, I am remembering those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. I am so grateful for your loved one's service.

David, I know your parents and family love you and will miss you. And I know they are so proud with you. Rest in peace David.

RIP brother, you'll always be in our hearts and never forgotten. My prayers go out to you and your family.

Rest in peace.

I know everyone will miss you. It was a shock to hear this story so many miles away. I remember you being an NCO who worked for the soldiers and their needs. You were an inspiration to many people. I wish your family the best and an easy heart to know your in a better place. We miss you

Rest in Peace my brother. You will always be remember.

My sympathy is extended to the Self Family on the death of this soldier. May God bless you in your grief.

i Served with Ssg. Self in Iraq in 2006. He is a good man and Great soldier. you will be deeply missed and never forgotten.

I am Deeply Saddened to learn of the loss of SSgt David D. Self. The Price this Brave Young Soldier and his family have paid for this country and for freedom, Will Not Be Forgotten.
There will Never Be Enough Ways to Humbly Thank our Young Heroes for their Sacrifices, my brother among them, killed in action in Vietnam in 1967.

I am sincerely hoping that you can feel the thoughts of caring and support that surround you today and in the difficult days ahead, as this Grateful Country mourns with you, for Someone Very Precious to you, Who Is A True American Hero to all of us.

"Cast thy burden upon the Lord, and He shall sustain thee." ~ Psalm 55:22 ~

You are in my thoughts and prayers