The Louisiana Legislature has adopted a resolution expressing heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Frank Paul Simoneaux, who passed away peacefully at the age of 90 on May 8, 2024. The resolution highlights Simoneaux's remarkable life, including his nearly sixty-three-year marriage to Marie Lancaster Simoneaux, his academic achievements at Louisiana State University (LSU), and his distinguished legal career that began after graduating from LSU Law School in 1961. Additionally, it notes his service in the United States Army and his subsequent promotion to colonel in the Judge Advocate General Corps, as well as his impactful political career, which included three terms in the Louisiana House of Representatives and significant legislative reforms.

Simoneaux was recognized for his integrity and bipartisan collaboration, serving as House Speaker pro tempore and later as Secretary of Natural Resources. He was also a founding member of the Louisiana Board of Ethics and contributed to various community initiatives, including the establishment of the Greater Baton Rouge Hope Academy. The resolution commends his legacy of service, commitment to family, and dedication to his Catholic faith, underscoring the profound impact he had on his community and the state of Louisiana.