Schwalbe, Veronica M. age 65, of Cologne. Survived by her loving husband, Dave of 44 years; daughters, Buffy Knopik and Natasha (Dana) Schmieg; grand-daughters, Amanda and Chloe; brothers, Larry (Gail) Schindler and Joe Schindler; and many nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Celebration of life Thursday, 11 AM, at the Bertas Funeral Home, 200 W. 3rd Street, Chaska. Visitation Wednesday 4-7 PM also at the funeral home and one hour prior to the service. Inurnment Ft. Snelling National Cemetery. Bertas Funeral Home & Cremation Services 952-448-2137 bertasfh.com