Barbara V. (Grazulis) Burdzel, 88, lifelong Worcester resident, passed peacefully in her home surrounded by the love of her family on Monday January 19, 2026 after battling cancer. She is survived by her children Cheryl Laukaitis, Joseph Laukaitis, and Todd Aucoin and his wife Sally. She is also survived by her thirteen grandchildren and thirty great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Stanley Burdzel, her son Carl Aucoin Jr., and her siblings Carol Mallett and Paul Grazulis.

Barbara was born July 28, 1937 to the late Anthony and Grace (Cummings) Kozlowski. She attended Ascension High School.

Barbara was a proud employee of Filene’s Basement for over 20 years. She retired in 2008.

Driven by her quiet yet resilient faith, Barbara was an active member and volunteer at Our Lady of the Angels Parish, as well as an active participant at the Webster Senior Center. She enjoyed puzzles, feeding the wildlife in her yard, and playing an active role as devoted grandmother to her loving grand and great-grandchildren. Barbara enjoyed annual trips to Florida where she could visit her niece Karen and family.

Barbara was a beloved mother, aunt, grandma, and friend to all that knew her. She will be greatly missed.

In lieu of flowers, and to honor her love of animals, please consider a memorial donation to Second Chance Animal Services, 111 Young Rd, East Brookfield, MA 01515 (https://www.secondchanceanimals.org/donate/).

Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Barbara’s family between 4 – 7 PM on Friday, January 23, 2026 at the BRITTON-WALLACE FUNERAL HOME, 91 Central St., Auburn. Her funeral Mass will be celebrated at 10 AM on Saturday January 24th at Our Lady of the Angels Church, 1222 Main St., Worcester, followed by burial at Worcester County Memorial Park in Paxton.