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Mortimore Saffran Obituary
Mortimore H. Saffran age 91, of Orange, died on July 21, 2015 at Yale-New Haven Hospital-St. Raphael Campus. Born in Naugatuck, Connecticut on December 1, 1923, the son of the late Philip and Eva Saffran. Beloved Father of Mindy Saffran Russo (Peter Sanchez), Paul Saffran, Jeffrey Saffran, Robert Saffran, and Larry (Linda) Saffran. Dear Brother of the late Anita (Jules) Gutterman of Sherman Oaks, CA and Marjorie (Morton) Denker of Encino, CA. Cherished Grandfather of Scott, Sage, and Saunder.
Mortimore was a 1941 graduate of Naugatuck High School. Mort was a WW II veteran having served in the U.S. Army-Air Force from 1943-46 as a Gunner Engineer and Mechanic. Mort earned his collegiate degree from what is now known as Quinnipiac University. After college Mort helped run the family-owned dry goods store in Naugatuck before moving on to become Financial Controller/GM of H.C. Cook Co. in Ansonia in the early 60's. He owned and operated a retail store in Branford CT in the mid 60's, then went to work for Stelray Plastic Products, Inc. (Shelton, CT.) in the late 1960's. By 1974, Mort was named President of Stelray and eventually took over ownership of the business and continued to grow the business over the past several decades, acquiring E.H. Kneen Company (Ansonia, CT) in 1987, and Aero-Med Molding Technologies, Inc. (Orleans, MA) in 1997 before his semi-retirement in 2013. Mort has served board positions with the Society of Plastics Engineers, and as President of Beth Israel Synagogue in Derby CT, as well numerous other volunteer roles over the years. The family would also like to recognize Daniel Numberg, and other personal caregivers that took such wonderful care of Mort over the past 16 months.
A Memorial Service will be held at Congregation Or Shalom, 205 Old Grassy Hill Rd., Orange, Friday at 11:00 AM. Friends and family are welcome to join the family at 89 Bethany Farms Road, Bethany after the service. Shiva will be observed at 89 Bethany Farms Road, Bethany on Saturday from 5 – 8 PM. Memorial Contributions may be sent to Yale-New Haven Hospital, directed to the Saffran Family Fund which serves to help promote the advancement of medical treatment and patient care at the Hospital. www.shurefuneralhome.com
Memories and Condolences
for Mortimore Saffran
17 Entries
Louise and Dennis Brown
July 16, 2025
Still miss your family friendship, knowledge, and advice!
Tom Clifford
July 17, 2023
A force of Nature.
Louise and Dennis Brown
July 16, 2023
Still miss him and his positive ideas and encouragement to all entrepreneurs!
Louise and Dennis Brown
Tom Clifford
July 17, 2020
Mort reflected what's best of the America I know. Ingenuity. Entrepreneurial spirit. Generosity.
Mensch. Fortunate our paths crossed on this journey.
Louise and Dennis Brown
July 16, 2020
I think of him often and that enthusiastic optimism, especially about business, that Mort freely shared. Sure miss him❤
Louise and Dennis Brown
Tom Clifford
July 17, 2019
Whenever I pass Mort's shop on Wakelee Ave., or get an oil change @ Frank's garage, I think of him. It's a wonderful memory of a generous , decent, funloving guy. That's a terrific memory. And Mort's
legacy.
Mimi Clark
July 16, 2019
There are so many occasions and reminders all around me which constantly keep Morts memory fresh, he was one of the dearest friends I ever had
July 27, 2015
Larry,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Dad. My condolences to you and your family.
Jim Haste
Diana Pensamiento
July 23, 2015
Thanks for all your good advices dear Mort... You always be in my heart!
Mimi Clark
July 23, 2015
To Larry, Mindy and the entire Saffran Family, my deepest condolences on Mort's passing. No one new a better man. We have all been most fortunate to have had him in our lives. He was my friend and mentor and left an indelible imprint on my life. RIP, Mort. Mimi Clark
joe mollo
July 23, 2015
Mort was always great to be around always loved seeing him at work when visiting always showed his appreciation to all the hard we all do and always told me jokes like once he came around on his scooter and said " hey want a ride" and we had a great laugh. 5 years ago i was introduced to stelray and the saffran family has changed my life and gave me the things i would never have. thank you Mort for the support and all the laughs, you will always be remembered.
Terri Soden
July 23, 2015
Mort will forever be in my heart and thoughts. His stories always make me smile and I will cherish them for all my years. I will miss him terribly but know he is always with me.
Louise and Dennis Brown
July 22, 2015
So sad that this day has come -- with Mort's passing, again we see the end of an era when The Greatest Generation built businesses from nothing and were self-made. He was one of the smartest people we knew, possessing a keen intellect and a sharp analytical mind. His passion for business was contagious and always made for lively discussions. Mort's passing leaves a great void, and we will truly miss him.
Tom Clifford
July 22, 2015
To Mort's Family -
I am so sorry for your loss. Mort was a gifted businessman. I came to know him during my years as Mayor when he showed me the wonderful products manufactured by StelRay. He was a good, decent and generous man. He was blessed with a long and productive life.
Sincerely,
Beth Farber Shakun
July 22, 2015
Sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts are with the family.
Fran Turecek
July 22, 2015
Fond memories of a man who overcame many unexpected challenges. Miss you. God love you, bless you forever.
Love,
Fran Turecek
Geri Turecek
July 22, 2015
Thank you for being a large part of my life and my family's life for so many years. I will miss your hearty laugh, your quick wit and your wonderful business conversations, thoughts, and advice. I will always be grateful to have known you.
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Memorial service
11:00 a.m.
Congregation Or Shalom
205 Old Grassy Hill Rd., Orange, CT 06511
Jul
25
Shiva
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
89 Bethany Farms Road, Bethany, CT 06511
Funeral services provided by:
Robert E. Shure & Son Funeral Home, Inc.543 George Street, New Haven, CT 06511
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