Jay Lyle Faurot Jr.

Jay L. Faurot, II, passed away peacefully at home on August 9, 2025, surrounded by loved ones.

He is survived by his wife, Laurelle “Squeak” Faurot; children Dr. Jay L. Faurot, III (Melissa), Leslie Faurot, Soni Faurot (Miles), and Michael D. Faurot (Susanna); grandchildren and great-grandchildren Jay L. Faurot, IV and wife Kelly their daughter Kaysea Faurot; Jared Faurot; Kyrie Faurot-Euler and husband Matt Euler; Jesse Faurot and fiancé Paige Mandy Faurot and Jacob (J.T.) Faurot; Virginia Sue Seabrook and husband Isaac Pena and her children Lana Gentry, Lanie Seabrook, McKinsie Seabrook and Ashlynn Perkins. Wendy Faurot and fiancé Alex Spalding of Spring, Texas; Mason Brennan and wife Adel and his child Ronin David Brennan; Bryson M Brennan and Westin M. Brennan and Lydia Faurot; and his sister, Priscilla “Penny” Bailey (Steve).

He was preceded in death by his first wife, Virginia, his parents, Jay L. Faurot and Helen Mason, stepfather Walter Mason, and sister Judith Sanger.

Born in Missouri in 1939, Jay grew up in various areas throughout Missouri including during the war when they were in Kirksville, where his family ran a funeral home. Despite the early loss of his father and his mother’s illness, Jay pursued education with determination, earning his law degree from the University of Missouri in 1965. That same year, he moved to Farmington, New Mexico, where he began a lifelong legal career. A proud Mizzou Law alumnus, Jay supported the Law Society and Jefferson Club, and he actively recruited graduates to join the San Juan County Bar.

Beyond law, Jay was known for his love of the outdoors, particularly hunting. His deep knowledge of firearms, reloading, and ballistics was widely respected and generously shared. Friends and family also remember his cooking, hospitality, and the many gatherings he hosted at his home, where his swimming pool welcomed generations of children.

Jay’s hallmark was his respect for people from all walks of life. Whether judge, client, colleague, or neighbor, he treated everyone with kindness and honesty, leaving a legacy of integrity and friendship. 

A celebration of his life will be held Friday, August 22, 2025, from 2–8 p.m. at the Top Deck Event Center. The family extends heartfelt thanks to Victor Titus, Richard Parmley, and Curtis Gurley for their support in honoring Jay’s memory.

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