Johnny Gale Self

June 11, 1942 - January 19, 2021

On Tuesday, January 19, 2021, Johnny Gale Self of 540 Alexander Rd in Taylors, SC, met his Savior face to face. It is sweet to know his eyes are no longer blind and now sees all the beauty of heaven! We have peace knowing he is now rejoicing with his Savior and loved ones in heaven. John was born on June 11, 1942. He was the 8th of 12 children. He graduated from Berry College in Rome, Georgia with a degree in Industrial Arts. He married his college sweetheart, Betty Jo Lyda, and they provided a loving home for their five children. He enjoyed many years as a store manager at Lowes, Hickory Industries, and as a manager at the Bob Jones University Maintenance Warehouse. He was a blessing to those he met and loved to share his message of salvation with others. He enjoyed wood working, and we could often find him reading his Bible or listening to preachers and gospel music on the radio. His favorite song was Amazing Grace and favorite Bible verses were Proverbs 3:5-6. He leaves behind his wife of 58 years, Betty, and their children and spouses: Mike Self, Cindy and Max Council, Angela and Sal Napolitano, Cathy Self, and Sharon Self. They have 3 grandchildren and 2 great- grandchildren. He is survived by his sisters Carolyn Meadows and Marilyn Thornton and his brothers Gary Self and Dennis Self. A graveside memorial will be held at a later date in Brevard, North Carolina. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to either InTouch Ministries Messenger Lab at 3836 Dekalb Technology Pkwy, Atlanta, GA 30340 or the SC Commission for the Blind at 1430 Confederate Ave, Columbia, SC 29201.