John Fredrick Withey, 85, of South Lake Tahoe, died July 26, 2009, in Carson City. He was born on February 21, 1924, in Milwaukie, Wis. He is survived by his wife Louise Withey, of South Lake Tahoe; daughter Penny Pierce of Carson City; grandchildren Johnean and her husband Michael Morrison, of Carson City, and Donald Hendry, of California; three great-grandchildren; one great-great grandchild; and nephew Tim Harrison of Texas; as well as various other nieces and nephews. Autumn Funerals & Cremations is in charge of arrangements.