Mr. Harvey Lee Neubauer, 66, of Altair, died Dec. 2, 2007. He was born on Nov. 14, 1941 to August H. & Ida Drozd Neubauer in Hallettsville. He married Tillie Dusek Neubauer on Feb. 14, 1967 in Houston. He was a member of the American Legion in East Bernard, and St. Peter Lutheran Church of Hallettsville.

Everyone that knew Harvey knew that he loved fishing, hunting, and dancing. His greatest love was for his three grandchildren, Garrett, Kristen and Kaylen. The grandchildren always wanted to go to "Papa's house" and swim in the pond. Papa would join right in with the fun and jump in first.

Harvey's life was not without tragedy. He lost his wife and dancing partner of 31 years, Tillie, on June 10, 1998; and his only son Darryl on February 26, 2000. Harvey dealt with his losses and made it his mission in life to take care of his grandchildren and his daughter-in-law Melissa. He always made sure that they did not "want" for much.

Harvey's son's musical talent was passed down to Garrett. His proudest moments were taking Garrett to dances and "showing off" Garrett accordion playing abilities. Harvey would make sure that he and Garrett would have matching shirts and starched jeans.

Harvey met the special person in his life, Ginger Stallings in January 2000. Once again, he had a dancing partner, and someone to share his life with.

Harvey is survived by: special friend Ginger Stallings; daughter-in-law Melissa Neubauer of Rock Island; mother Ida Neubauer of Hallettsville; 2 brothers, William Neubauer & wife Tiva, and Herbert Neubauer & wife Diane all of Hallettsville; sister Carol Koehne & husband Leon of Hallettsville; 3 grandchildren, Garrett, Kristen, and Kaylen Neubauer.

Harvey was preceded in death by: wife Tillie; son Darryl Lee Neubauer; and father August H. Neubauer.

Funeral Service: 10 am, Wednesday, Dec. 5, 2007 at St. Peter Lutheran Church in Hallettsville. Visitation: 12 noon, Tuesday at Kubena Funeral Home, with the family receiving visitors from 5pm to 7pm. Officiate: Rev. Herb Beyer. Pallbearers: Steven Koehne, Justin Koehne, Garrett Neubauer, Brannon Dusek, Randall Dusek, and Clark Peterson. Honorary Pallbearers: Rich Gracia, Pat Saenz, Oscar Cisneros, Mark Hermes, and Troy Krenek. Memorials: El Campo Hospice or St. Peter Lutheran Church. Graveside Service: 2 pm, Wednesday at Holy Cross Cemetery in East Bernard, Texas.