Roger Lynn Self

Roger Lynn Self, 73, of Augusta, KS, passed away Sunday, May 17, 2026 at home. Service 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 22, 2026, at Headley Funeral Chapel, Augusta, KS. Private burial will take place at Sunset Lawns Cemetery El Dorado, KS. Roger was born in El Dorado, KS on August 30, 1952, to the late Della Marie (Henderson) and JR Self. He worked at Textron over 40 years, working in multiple areas and finally retiring from the transportation department. Roger enjoyed woodworking, remodeling, antique cameras, and collecting coins. He liked classic cars and enjoyed working on his own vehicles while sharing his knowledge. Roger dearly loved his family and treasured every moment spent with them. He was deeply involved in the lives of his children and grandchildren, and his grandchildren lovingly knew him as 'Papa'. Roger was a devoted Christian whose faith in the Lord guided every aspect of his life. He loved sharing the Gospel with others and was always willing to encourage those around him to pray and trust God in all things. On Feb. 9, 1974 he married Patricia "Patty" (Queen) Self. She preceded him in death in 2002. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Howard Self. He is survived by: daughter, Olivia Eagleson and husband Josh of Augusta, KS; son, Stephen Self and wife Kristie of Augusta, KS; daughter, Jennifer Self; siblings, Timothy Self and wife Debbie of Andover, KS, Sally Edwards of Haysville, KS, Patricia Schuyler and husband Rick of Derby, KS, Randy Self and wife Facia of Douglass, KS, and Paul Self and wife Mary of Augusta, KS; grandchildren, Spencer and Avery Eagleson, Jessalyn, Brielle, and Kylan Self.