John Thrasher, a towering figure in Florida politics and higher education, died after a battle with cancer. He was 81.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — John Thrasher, a former Florida State University president and longtime state legislator, died on ...

Thrasher was a member of the Florida House from 1992 to 2000, serving as the House Speaker for those final two years.

Former Florida State President John Thrasher has passed away following cancer diagnosis in April. A public celebration of his ...

John Thrasher, a former Florida House speaker and state senator who served as Florida State University president and ...

Former Florida State University President and House Speaker John Thrasher, whose career in politics and public service ...

After his honorable discharge in 1970, he enrolled in FSU’s law school, graduating in 1972. Among his duties was serving as ...

John Thrasher, former president of Florida State University and former Speaker of the Florida House, has died.

Thrasher was known for his fierce pride in Florida State long before he became its president. He earned his bachelor’s degree ...

FILE - Florida State president John Thrasher speaks prior to head football coach Mike Norvell being introduced at a press conference Sunday, Dec. 8, 2019, in Tallahassee, Fla.. (AP Photo/Phil ...

“John lived a remarkable life — and he made a big difference in the lives of so many in our state,” Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said in a statement.Thrasher, a Republican, was a member of the ...

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