ANTHONY JAMES “TONY” SIMONEAUX

August 26, 1970 – November 22, 2020
Tony Simoneaux passed away at Shands at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida due to complications from a recent motorcycle accident.
Tony was born and raised in Charenton Louisiana to Carolyn Jean Champagne and Wibry Sebastian Simoneaux. After graduating from Franklin Senior High he enlisted in the Marine Corps and honorably served his country. Following his military time he moved to Florida to pursue a career in Law enforcement. He work For ACSO (Alachua County Sheriff’s Office) for 20 years. After his time in law enforcement he went to work for Royal Restrooms assisting in Facilities maintenance and management where he was treated like family.
Tony was preceded in death by his father, Wibry, brother-in-law, Paul Coleman, and nephew, Brett Burgess.
He leaves behind his four children, Carson Marqua Simoneaux, Olivia Marguerite Simoneaux, Conner Sebastian Simoneaux, and Bowen Leander; two siblings, Allison Simoneaux Coleman and Allen Simoneaux and his wife Caroline; nieces and nephews, Marty Burgess, Jessie Burgess, Sandy Simoneaux Davidson, Sara Coleman Reed, and Megan Coleman; as well as so many cherished friends and extended family.
Tony enjoy riding his motorcycle he affectionately named Nikki. He absolutely adored his kids and truly enjoyed spending time with them. He was a guy that everyone loved. And if for some reason you didn’t like him eventually you would. He truly knew no strangers and was al-ways available to lend a helping hand to anyone in any situation. He will be so truly missed!
Family and friends will be celebrating his life on Saturday, December 5, 2020, from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Judd Hall in Charenton. All are welcome to attend.