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Billy Self Obituary
He was born on May 8, 1972, in Peoria, the son of Bill and Carol Ann Machin Self, Sr.
He attended and graduated from Williamsfield High School. He married Lisa Morgan on Feb. 9, 1997, in Galesburg, and then later married Tiffany Whitby in Williamsfield.
Surviving are two daughters, Jordan Carley Self of Pekin, and Courtnie Ann Self of Pekin; one son, Ayden Matthew Self of Chillicothe; his father and stepmother, Bill and Donna Self of Galesburg; three sisters: Laura (Mike) Chapin of Abingdon, Tina Self of Peoria, Terri (Joe) Tuthill of Knoxville; one brother, Jerald (Laura) Ryan of East Peoria; and nieces, nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his mother, maternal grandparents, George and Edna Machin; paternal grandparents, Otha and Opal Self.
For the past 17 years he worked for NUCO2+ in Mossville, as a territory manager. He was a member of Williamsfield United Methodist Church and the Abate of Peoria. He was an avid hunter and baseball fan. He was a diehard Cubs fan.
Funeral Services will be held at 10 a.m. Friday, Sept. 11, 2015, at United Methodist Church in Williamsfield. Rev. Jennifer Seder will officiate. Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10, 2015 at United Methodist Church in Williamsfield. Interment will be in Williamsfield Cemetery. Memorials may be made to the family for his children or to Williamsfield United Methodist Church.
On-line condolences and sympathy cards may be sent through www.hurd-hendricksfuneralhomes.com.
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for Billy Self
Tom Armistead
September 12, 2015
I always admired your work ethic and dedication. You were always there when I needed help and I am very grateful for that. You always made me laugh and I will miss you.
Mike Switzer
September 12, 2015
So sorry to hear of his passing. He was a fine man. My condolences to his family and friends.
Bruce Thompson
September 10, 2015
All our sympathy!
Sarah Moore-Llewellyn
September 10, 2015
We had a bond that no one could understand and I will miss you tremendously. I will miss your funny bits of "useless" information. I still laugh every time I think about you saying it.
You weren't just a co-worker to me, you were family and you meant the world to me. I am so thankful that you came into my life... you always made my world brighter.
I'll miss you.
Bill McHargue
September 10, 2015
Rest in Peace my friend.
Bill McHargue
September 10, 2015
Bill will be terribly missed by me and the rest of the NuCO2 family. Although I am and avid StL Cardinals fan Bill still took me on and trained me how to do many things in our business. The first time I met him in Saint Louis, completely by accident, he and I talked for 2+ hours and got along famously like we had known each other for years. That is just how Bill was. I am probably committing a Cardinals sin; but here it goes...Go Cubbies!!!
I offer the following prayer:
God our Father,
Your power brings us to birth,
Your providence guides our lives,
and by Your command we return to dust.
Lord, those who die still live in Your presence,
their lives change but do not end.
I pray in hope for the Self family,
relatives and friends.
In company with Christ,
Who died and now lives,
may they rejoice in Your kingdom,
where all our tears are wiped away.
Unite us together again in one family,
to sing Your praise forever and ever.
Amen.
Kim Penning
September 9, 2015
RIP Your family is in our thoughts and prayers
Rick Gamache
September 9, 2015
Bill was a great boss, mentor and friend. He will be greatly missed. Rest in peace my friend.
Rick Gamache - Nuco2
Lynn Nelson Travis
September 9, 2015
I will remember his smile - even if it was in English class.
My sympathy to all the family.
Gary Lumberry
September 9, 2015
Our deepest sympathy at this time of sorrow.
Gary & Rogena Lumberry and Family
Kristin Hinds
September 9, 2015
Uncle B you were my rock and I will always remember our chats. You were taken far too soon. Love you
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