Richard "Rick" W. Tinto III

Richard “Rick” W. Tinto III, 51, of Fort Dodge, IA, died Wednesday, September 23, 2026, at his home. No services are scheduled. Memorials may be directed to the family. Arrangements are with Historic Bruce Funeral Home of Fort Dodge. 

Richard was born July 8, 1975, in Fort Dodge, the son of Richard “Rich” W. Tinto II and Dorothy (Hoover). He graduated from Fort Dodge Senior High in 1993, and continued his education at Iowa State University where he earned his BA Degree. Rick enjoyed wrestling in his younger years. He also enjoyed family nights on the weekends and watching movies with his son (Breaking Bad & Game of Thornes”). Rick was a problem solver and a Mr. Fix-It. He would help his son with anything. Above all, he enjoyed spending time with his family – especially his grandson, Yuri.

Rick is survived by 2 sons: Kolten Tinto and Will Tinto & significant other: Alison Neumann; grandson: Yuri Neumann; and 3 brothers: Verl Hoover, Robert Hoover and Louie Hoover. He is also survived by his nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents.