John Thrasher, a major figure in Florida politics and education, has died at the age of 81 following a battle with cancer. His family announced his passing on May 30.John Thrasher, influential Florida ...

He had been battling cancer and passed away Friday morning surrounded by his family, according to a spokeswoman ...

Thrasher also served as Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives and a member of the Florida Senate, according to the statement.

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, his ...

John Thrasher dies; was FSU president, House speaker, Florida GOP titan 'He fought the good fight. His legacy will continue on for generations,' one colleague said.

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — John Thrasher, a former Florida State University president and longtime state legislator, died on Friday. He was 81.

And John Thrasher knew there was no better avenue to helping our fellow man than education,” said Montford, CEO of the Florida Association of District School Superintendents.

John Thrasher, former FSU president and former Speaker of the Florida House, has died. He passed away on Friday following a battle with cancer, according to multiple online reports.