Leonard B.'Len' Safford

Worcester/Shrewsbury – Leonard B. “Len” Safford, 87, formerly of Shrewsbury, died peacefully on Sunday, August 27, 2017 at UMass Memorial Healthcare – University Campus, Worcester. Len was born in Worcester, the son of Paul L. and Edith V. (Erickson) Safford. He was predeceased by his sister, Constance S. Polley.

Len grew up in Shrewsbury and graduated from Major Beal High School with the class of 1948. He went on to study at the New England School of Accounting in Boston. Len worked in the field of banking in the Boston area for several years before joining Eastern Airlines in New York. He was the ticket counter manager at LaGuardia airport and also served as a steward and trainer of stewards.

When Eastern Airlines flew their last flight, Leonard retired and moved to Thompson and later Putnam, CT where he lived for many years. In his retirement he drove for a livery service and enjoyed driving his clients and friends to the area airports. Len also loved to travel and spend time with his friends. In 2012 he moved to the Willows at Worcester. He was also an active member of the Class of 1948 Reunion Committee of Shrewsbury High School.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend a graveside service at 11 a.m. on Wednesday, August 30, 2017 at Mountain View Cemetery, 15 Church St., Shrewsbury. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Shrewsbury High School Alumni Association, 58 Hillside Drive, Shrewsbury, MA 01545. Funeral arrangements are under the care of Miles Funeral Home, 1158 Main St., Holden. To share a memory or offer an online condolence visit www.milesfuneralhome.com