Name: Visitation for James P. "Jimmy" Simoneaux
Start: 2018-04-17T17:00:00.000Z
End: 2018-04-17T19:00:00.000Z
Location: Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home & Cemeteries

James "Jimmy" P. Simoneaux departed on Eternal Patrol on Sunday, April 15, 2018, to join his beloved wife Thelma Irma Haney Simoneaux in Eternal Life. They were married for 67 years. He was a native of New Orleans and resided in River Ridge for 66 years. He was the son of the late James and Stephanie "Fannie" Gauthé Simoneaux. He is survived by his three daughters, Theresa S. Shurte (Paul), Susan S. Tompkins (David), and Diane Simoneaux; and three grandchildren, James, Taylor and Mallory. Sibling of the late Nathan Simoneaux (Audrey), Fannie Simoneaux, and the late Stephen Simoneaux. Brother-in-law of the late Helen H. Bonnett and Marilyn H. Ferrera. Also survived by a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives, friends, and shipmates. James was a graduate of S.J. Peters High School and Jos. A. Maybin School. He was a WWII Navy Veteran, having served on the USS Spearfish and USS Snook and a member of the Submarine Veterans of WWII (New Orleans/River Region Base) and Submarine Veterans, Inc. (Redfish Base). He was a former employee of Philco Distributors and McDonald Sales and Oreck Corp and founding member of St. Matthew the Apostle Church. A Funeral Mass was held at Lake Lawn Metairie Funeral Home on Tuesday, April 17, 2018. Interment followed in Metairie Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society. To view and sign the family guestbook please visit www.lakelawnmetairie.com.

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Published by The Times-Picayune from Apr. 15 to Apr. 18, 2018.

Memories and Condolences
for James Simoneaux

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7 Entries

Michael Smith

April 17, 2018

My heart goes out to Jimmy and his beautiful family today. I am so thankful I had the honor of knowing him. He made me feel like family at every event. His military stories were priceless; his sense of humor was keen. What a great life he lived, and what a beautiful family he created. Job well done soldier. -- Mike

Michael Smith

April 17, 2018

My heart and thoughts and prayers go to Jimmy and his family today. He was a wonderful person who made me feel like part of his family at every event. I'll remember all his stories about his service years, his many laughs, his grin, and his keen home spun wisdom. What a great life he led, and what a beautiful family he created in three wonderful daughters who have spread joy throughout their lives. Job well done soldier.

Steve Williams

April 17, 2018

I only knew Mr. Simoneaux a short time, but he made a big impression as man who always had a smile and a loving family. Rest well Mr. Simoneaux, you've earned it.

Dave Shurte

April 16, 2018

He was truly one of the most amazing men I ever met. His life was one of courage and service to country. He imparted his story with great humility. His love and kindness to me was immediate and never wavered. His laugh and his smile was infectious. His eyes would light up when he spoke to you. I feel blessed to be able to say that I was part of his family. You are loved and missed Jimmy.

Susan and David Tompkins

April 16, 2018

My Daddy--He always knew how to fix our toys and made them better and they lasted longer. I watched Daddy take care of Mom, us, our cousins, our Aunts And Uncles and grandparents. We grew-up watching Daddy working in the garage , fixing everybody's broken toys, fans, appliances etc etc. And never asking us how it broke---He just did it. I would worked with him during the summertime--taking inventory at his work. It was wonderful to see how organized the Parts Department was--He did it all!!! That's how I learned to organized my things. In his tool chest every tool had a place for it. And he knew if one of us used his tools...But when James Henry was little ---he could play with Daddy's tools---Not us.

Daddy was a wonderful, caring, loving person. He taught me how to figure out how to fix things--not only stuff but in life---how to lovely care for my family and to be strong and courageous--and this has guided me through my life--I 'm very happy that he was my Daddy.

American Heart Association

April 16, 2018

May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.

J C

April 15, 2018

Sincere condolences to the family for the loss of your beloved father and grandfather. May beautiful memories of happy times shared with him bring you a measure of peace during the days ahead. May the God of all comfort support each of you during your time of mourning.

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