GUNTIS "GUNNER" OBRASCOVS

November 27, 1953 – January 18, 2025 Guntis – or Gunner, as he was known to many who knew and loved him – died unexpectedly in his sleep, at home in Guelph, with his wife beside him and their family dog just outside the room. He was 71 years old. His was a quiet and peaceful death, it appeared – fitting for the gentle and unassuming man he was. His brave, half-century journey with Type 1 Diabetes had taken a toll, and his heart just gave out sometime in the night. Still, even with a significant decline in his health over the last several months, it came as sorrowful shock. Gunner lived his life with a deep abiding passion, toughness, and self-giving to his wife, Greta DeLonghi; sons, Leon and Felix Obrascovs; his extended family, friends, and former colleagues. He was a kind, intelligent, and healing presence in the world, especially in his work as an athletic therapist with university and national team athletes for more than 40 years. For his memorial page and arrangements, please go to: www.dignitymemorial.com/obituaries/guelph-on/guntis-obrascovs-12208331