The Senate Resolution expresses deep condolences from the Louisiana Legislature to the family and friends of James Malcolm Coleman, who passed away on May 20, 2023, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Born on November 19, 1935, Coleman had a distinguished career in geology, earning both his bachelor's and doctorate degrees from Louisiana State University (LSU). He was recognized as a world expert in deltaic sedimentation and riverine processes, contributing significantly to the field through extensive research and leadership roles at LSU, including serving as executive vice chancellor and director of the Coastal Studies Institute.

Throughout his career, Coleman received numerous accolades, including the Shepard Medal for Excellence in Marine Geology and the Russian Kaptisa Gold Medal of Honor. He was appointed to the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy by President George W. Bush and was actively involved in various organizations, including the Rotary Club of Baton Rouge and the American Red Cross. He is survived by his wife, Travis Alexander Coleman, their two children, and a grandson. The resolution concludes with a directive to transmit a copy to his wife as a gesture of sympathy.