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TONGUETTE Del R. Tonguette, 72, of New Albany, died Saturday, January 9, 2010, of a sudden illness. He was born September 5, 1937, in Marion, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents Donald A. and Rosemary (Stanley) Tonguette, and his sister Patricia Beck. After graduating from Bowling Green State University, he was accepted into Officer Training School for the United States Air Force and rose to the rank of captain. He had a forty year career in the banking industry, beginning at City National Bank. From 1986 to 1997, he was President and C.E.O. of GulfNet, Inc., in New Orleans, Louisiana. He was a credit and debit card innovator and continued to consult after GulfNet was sold. He is survived by his wife, Diane; and their two sons, Peter and Patrick. A burial with military funeral honors at Dayton National Cemetery is being planned.

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch on Jan. 14, 2010.

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Laura Saxon

April 11, 2010

I'm so sorry to hear about Del's passing. I worked for Del during the GulfNet days and always respected his wealth of knowledge. My heart goes out to Diane and his boys.

Tami Boucher

February 6, 2010

I would like to extend my sadness in hearing of Del's passing. I worked for him at BancOhio in the Electronic Banking Network. He gave many us the opportunity to be a part on some very exciting and innovative things (ATM's). We just reconnected about a month ago after 26 years. It was so good to hear from him and he was so very proud of his family. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this very difficult time.

Marc Abramson

February 5, 2010

My condolences. I was fortunate to have worked for Del at BancOhio when he hired me for my first position out of college. He was a great manager and an even better person. My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

January 15, 2010

My condolences to the family. I grew up in the neighborhood with Del on North Vine Street. His father Don cut my hair. We had a good neighborhood.
Phil Reid
Marion, Ohio

January 14, 2010

My condolences to the family. I worked with Del several years and always deeply repected his knowledge and experience. He was alsways someone who could be counted on to be true to his word and beliefs.

Tony McEwen

Karen Schweinfurth

January 14, 2010

Our condolences are with the family at this difficult time. Be strong and keep your faith close. He will always be in your hearts.

The Schweinfurths, Karen, Rob, Jeff and Heather

Ernie Garee

January 14, 2010

Hi
My name is Ernie Garee and we lived 1/2 block away on DeWolf Ct.We played war games in the big yard accross the street from Del's
Ernie Garee
170 W.Florence
Toledo,Ohio 43605

January 14, 2010

Dear Mrs. Tonguette and Family,

Our sincere sympathy in the passing of your husband, Del. We gratefully acknowledge his service to our country so that we can embrace the freedom we have today.

Sincerely,
Buckeye Military Moms, Chapter 9
Blue Star Mothers
Columbus, OH

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