Fred Lawrence Minch Fred Lawrence Minch, 82, passed away March 5, 2010. He will be greatly missed. Fred was preceded in death by his wife, Jean. He is survived by his two children: Fred Minch and Kitty Griffith, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Also, three sisters: Delores Bisig, Irene Hanson and Gayle Estes. Fred and Jean were active members of the American Rhododendron Society and co-owned the Riverside Tavern for 20+ years. Services will be held Friday, March 12th at 11:30 a.m. at Powers Funeral Home, Puyallup. The family request memorials be sent to the American Cancer Association or charity of your choice.