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

John Thrasher is remembered for integrity, compassion, and leadership. He impacted both politics and Florida State University ...

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

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

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

People all over the state are mourning the loss of a prolific man who devoted the majority of his life to Florida and the ...

Former House Speaker and Florida State University President John Thrasher died Friday, a month after announcing a cancer ...

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

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

From May 30: John Thrasher dies; was FSU president, House speaker, Florida GOP titan The word 'mentor' is frequently mentioned when current and former lawmakers are asked about Thrasher.

Former Florida State University President and House Speaker John Thrasher, whose career in politics and public service spanned more than three decades, died Friday after a battle with cancer ...

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