Richard Waltner, age 72 of Cobden, died Friday, January 17, 2020 at Saint Francis Medical Center in Cape Girardeau, MO. He was born June 20, 1947, the son of Clyde and Mary (Pusich) Waltner. He married Jeannie Hudspeth on November 6, 2016 in Jonesboro. Richard is survived by his wife, Jeannie of Cobden and many of his great friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Linda Waltner. Richard enjoyed riding his motorcycle and he loved his two pugs. He worked for Caterpillar for many years. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy. There will be no services held.