1 min read

Kenneth James Safran

AUGUSTA – Kenneth James Safran, 62, passed away on Feb. 2, 2025. He was born on Oct. 26, 1962, a son of Joyce (Enberg) and William J. Safran, Sr.

Ken grew up in the Chicago area and graduated from Ashton High School in the class of 1981 where he participated in track and Taekwondo. Following school, Ken received his training in welding and worked for many years as a welder. In addition, Ken was a talented photographer working in both a studio and private setting.

In 2001, Ken moved to Maine and held employment as a photographer at the Walmart Studio and later at JS McCarthy Printers. In his spare time, Ken enjoyed playing guitar, also playing in bands during his younger years. Ken was very close with his brother, Bill spending every weekend together. Ken also loved his nieces and nephew dearly.

He will be remembered as a friendly and outgoing man.

He is predeceased by his parents. Ken is survived by his brother, William Safran Jr. and his wife Melody; and his nieces, Diana Colson, Susan Unangst, and nephew, Johnston Safran.

A memorial service is being held at a future date.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Plummer Funeral Home, 16 Pleasant St., Augusta, ME 04330. Condolences may be shared by visiting http://www.plummerfh.com.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Kenneth’s name may be made towards

cancer research

Join the Conversation

Please sign into your CentralMaine.com account to participate in conversations below. If you do not have an account, you can register or subscribe. Questions? Please see our FAQs.