Lillian (Bardizian) Konieczko
August 8, 1931 ~ May 3, 2024
Lillian (Bardizian) Konieczko, 92, passed away on May 3, 2024 at the Kaplan Family Hospice House surrounded by her devoted family. Born in Watertown, Massachusetts on August 8, 1931, to the late John Bardizian and Helen (Panosian) Bardizian, she leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness.
A resident of Danvers for over 50 years, Lillian had called Middleton home for the past 14 years. Her journey began as a secretary at the John Hancock Building in Boston, where she met her late husband, Henry H. Konieczko, with whom she shared over 45 years of marriage. She later spent many years working at Devcon in Danvers.
Family was the cornerstone of Lillian's life. She poured her heart into caring for her husband, children and grandson, finding joy in every moment shared with them. Her love always extended to the dining table, where she relished in the warmth of holidays and the company of friends and family.
An avid reader, Lillian's sharp mind remained a beacon of wisdom and insight throughout her life. Her talents extended beyond the pages, as she wove intricate patterns with her knitting needles and crochet hooks. The afghans she created for both family and friends will remain a symbol of the comfort, security and warmth she provided to everyone whose lives she touched. A culinary artist, she delighted in preparing Armenian dishes and extraordinary pastries and desserts, which was a testament to her heritage and love for tradition. Her annual visits to the Armenian markets in Watertown was something she so enjoyed, as she filled her basket with all of her favorite ethnic foods. A native speaker of the Armenian language, she enjoyed the conversations she shared with the Watertown natives, sharing the news of her peers in the neighborhood in which she grew up, and passing by her primary and secondary schools. She was fortunate to have traveled to many destinations in both the United States and abroad, as well as throughout the Caribbean. She enjoyed discovering the world around her and living life to its fullest.
Even in her later years, Lillian remained deeply engaged in world affairs, a testament to her curiosity and intellect. Yet, she never strayed far from her roots, maintaining a strong connection to her heritage and the values instilled in her from a young age. She would spend hours in conversation with her grandson and remained an open ear and beacon of guidance for her children. If you can call your mother your best friend, it’s truly proof that she defined all that a mother wants to be to her children. Always at her family’s side, she cheered her loved ones on with pride, held their hands through difficult times, and listened and reassured them that they would be okay. As her children and grandson grew older, she began confiding in them too. It is only then that you realize that a friendship has formed that will be cherished for a lifetime, framed by the purest form of love.
She leaves two children, Joy A. LeBlanc of Danvers and Eric H. Konieczko of Middleton, and a grandson, Jeffrey B. LeBlanc of Danvers.
In addition to her husband and parents, she was predeceased by her two brothers, Samuel Bardizian and John Bardizian.
As per Lillian’s wishes, funeral services will be held privately. In lieu of flowers, donations in her memory may be made to the Kaplan Family Hospice House, 78 Liberty St., Danvers, MA 01923 or online at www.caredimensions.org. Guestbook available at www.LyonsFuneral.com.
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Lillian was an absolute DOLL. She was almost my mother-in-law which I would have cherished but I called off marriage with her daughter. If ever any mother-in-law- to -be ever encouraged her daughter to marry the man she was dating, this was the one. She was truly exceptional in every way, a treat to be with and very “with it.” One of the most charming and classy ladies I have ever met. Rest easy, Lillian. You deserve it. Love, Brian