Harvey Alfred Kappler, 71, of Austin died on June 19, 2011. Harvey was born December 4, 1939 in Houston, to Alfred and Gertrude Kappler. He graduated from Lutheran High School in 1957 and Valparaiso University in 1962 with degrees in Mathematics and Chemistry. He moved to Austin in 1963, to pursue a PhD in Chemistry at the University of Texas. Harvey's career as a software engineer spanned 40 years. He worked for several Austin technology companies, spending most of his career at Tracor and 3M.
Those who knew Harvey will remember him as a devoted family man with a kind heart and a quirky sense of humor. He loved watching his kids and grandkids compete in sporting events, and was an avid Longhorn football fan. He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Virginia; three children, Peter, Sarah, and David; six grandchildren; and sister, LaNell.
A visitation will be held on Friday, June 24, 2011 from 6-8pm at the Cook-Walden Chapel of the Hills Funeral Home.