Ira Paul "Hotsy" Simoneaux Jr, passed away peacefully at his daughter's home on Monday, August 14, 2017. He was preceded in death by his mother, Mary “Margie” Clanton; siblings, Terrell Williams, Michael Angelo Pete Benandi and Shirley Schouest. He is beloved husband of Cynthia Simoneaux. He is devoted father of Nancy Simoneaux, Ira Simoneaux III and Michael Simoneaux. He is loving grandfather of 8 grandchildren. He is great -grandfather of 3 great- grandchildren. He is loving son of Ira Paul Simoneaux Sr. He is loving brother of Tina Benandi and Billy Andras. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, other family and friends and his fur baby and loyal dog, Poopie. Private family services to be held at a later date. Mothe Funeral Home, 2100 Westbank Expressway, Harvey, LA. in charge of arrangements.