Donald Merle Self, 72, of Mountainburg, Arkansas passed away Wednesday, July 31, 2019 peacefully at home with his family. He was born on April 28, 1947 in Mulberry, Arkansas to the late Merle and Katie (Dollard) Self. He served in the U.S. Army, worked at Rheem Manufacturing and was part owner in a personal accounting business. He dedicated many years to coaching little league football (Little Airedales) and girls softball (Bombers) in Alma, Arkansas. He enjoyed the thrill of the hunt for antiques and other interesting finds. He sold these treasures at local flea markets. He loved his family and its history and perpetuated to all that would listen.

Funeral service will be 10:00AM, Saturday, August 3, 2019 at Ocker Memorial Chapel in Van Buren with interment in Locke Cemetery in Mountainburg under the direction of Ocker Funeral Home Van Buren.

He is survived by one daughter, Carmella Fryar, one son, Kendall Self and wife Melanie all of North Little Rock, Arkansas; one sister, Sheila Perryman and husband David of Rudy, AR, five grandchildren, Katherine Self, Jaden Fryar, Jeremiah Self, Alexander Self and Harrison Self; and many nieces, nephews and friends.

The family will visit with relatives and friends Friday, August 2, 2019 from 5:00 -7:00 P.M. at Ocker Funeral Home 700 Jefferson Street Van Buren.