Dr. Audrius Leonas Gureckas

1953 - 2022

Dr. Audrius Leonas Gureckas of Hamilton, Ontario passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 15, 2022 in Smithville Ontario the community he worked in and loved for over 40 years! Audrius (also known as Dr. G) was born in Hamilton, Ontario on December 3, 1953 to Tonia and Antanas Gureckas of Lithuanian descent (both deceased). He attended Western University in London, Ontario and graduated with an honours degree in dentistry. Audrius (Andy, as many knew him by), worked as a dentist creating beautiful smiles with his impeccable orthodontic skills. He excelled in all areas of dentistry and was passionate about his profession, coworkers and patients and he loved his family dearly and was always there for them day or night. He is survived by his wife of 43 years, Catherine Anne Gureckas (nee Hay), his three daughters, Andrea, Alanna and Ashleigh-Anne, his beloved granddogs Emma, Bandit and cats Fiji and Willis. Also his brothers, Aidis, Saulius and sister Vida and numerous nephews and nieces. Audrius loved cars to the max! Especially his DeLorean and amphi cars... He enjoyed spending time at the family cottage (that his dad built) with all of the relatives especially his mother and creating special memories there. He always had the "big video camera" on his broad shoulders recording the precious moments we all hold dear. Dr. G's quirky dad jokes made everyone smile. The outpouring of condolences and support from friends, family and the dental community showcases how respected, loved and cherished he was and will continue to be. Visitation at Bay Gardens Funeral Home "William J. Markey Chapel", 947 Rymal Road East, HAMILTON (905.574.0405) on Monday, June 20, 2022 from 2:30-4:30 and 6:00-8:00 p.m. A private Celebration of Life and interment will be held for family at later date in July 2022 at Lithuanian Martyrs' Church in Mississauga, Ontario. Memorial donations may be made in Audrius' name to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada. He will be deeply missed by all the lives he touched.