John Edward Self

John Edward Self obituary

John Edward Self

John Self Obituary

Published by Legacy on Sep. 13, 2025.
John Edward Self, age 57, of Valley Station, KY passed away on Tuesday, September 9, 2025. He was born in Cape Girardeau, MO on Tuesday, January 9, 1968.

He is preceded in death by his father, Jerry Self; his grandparents, John and Irene Ruch Self, and Edward and Ida Bowen.

He was Engineer by trait and a Navy Veteran. He enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, golfing at the VFW, traveling and spending time with friends and his dog Dudley.

John leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 8 years, Cindy Self; his daughters, Meghan, Lauren and Stephanie Self; his mother, Shirely Smith (Gary); his sisters, Leigh Kassinger and Tonya Tipton; his aunt, Mabel Self Carnell; along with a host of other family and friends.

The Self family has entrusted Hardy-Close Funeral Home with Direct Cremation services. A Celebration of Life will take place at a later date.

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October 14, 2025

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Chuck Gunter

October 14, 2025

Just one thing to say. I will forever miss you my brother.

Michelle Washington

September 15, 2025

To the family of John Self, sorry to hear of his passing. I remember him from our work days in the office and I have a gift he gave me from his work travels. Rest in peace John. Fair winds and following seas. Michelle.

Chico Martinez

September 13, 2025

John was a dear friend and ex-coworker at the Old Naval Ordnance Station Louisville KY. A Life Member of our KY AMVETS Post #61. "Fair Winds and Following Seas my friend"

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October 14, 2025

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