Fred Henry Esch


Fred Esch

Fred Henry Esch, 83, passed away peacefully after a long illness on October 25, 2019.

He was born on September 12, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to Alvin and Jean Esch.  As a young boy the family moved to Wenatchee, Washington where he graduated from Wenatchee High School in 1956.  He received an AA degree from Wenatchee Valley College then went on to the University of Hawaii.

He worked in education in the greater Seattle area for many years as a Bilingual Programs Tutor Coordinator.  He then worked for many years for the Seattle attorney firm Riddell Williams as a Records Administrator.

Fred enjoyed entertaining and was a gracious host.  He was also a gourmet cook and loved eating at new and favorite restaurants.  He also loved to travel and spend time with family and friends.  He was a loyal, trusting friend with a kind heart who had a keen sense of humor and wit.

Thank you to Good Shepherd Home and Kline Galland Hospice for their loving care.