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

John Thrasher, a former Florida State University president and longtime state legislator, died on Friday. Thrasher, who ...

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

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

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 Thrasher, Former Florida State President and State House Speaker, Dies at 81 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — John Thrasher, a former Florida State University president and longtime state ...

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

John Thrasher, former Florida State University President and influential politician, died at the age of 81 on May 30. His ...

“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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