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Jon Prothero Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2015.

Jon Charles Prothero, Ph.D died on the morning of Feb 16, 2015. Born in Springfield, Massachusetts on December 29, 1937, he was a resident of Tallahassee, Florida since 1969 after moving from San Francisco, to attend FSU where he earned both his MSW and Ph.D. He was the president of Instructional Resources Foundation, and authored and published seven books and three educational courses used throughout the country. He is survived by his son Gregg Prothero and daughter-in-law Christina Prothero of Woodstock, Georgia and his brother Dr. S. Richard Prothero and sister-in-law Helen Prothero of Barnstable, Massachusetts. He will be missed by nephews Laurie Sperry, Steve Prothero, Eric Prothero, Dan Prothero, and David Prothero, cousins Joni Reed and Joe Mawson, and close friends. A celebration of life will be held soon close to his home in Tallahassee. Donations may be made to Bates College in Lewiston, Maine.

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April 7, 2015

You are missed, Jonny. By a bunch of people besides me. xoxo

Rene'

February 25, 2015

I met Jon when he was first in grad school at FSU, and learned early on what a fine person he was. We were friends for several years, but we lost touch and reconnected just over a year ago. He was still that same fine man. His community, his friends, will be the less for his passing.

February 23, 2015

From Dick, Jon's older brother, and Helen, Dick's wife, we send across these many miles our sympathy to Gregg and Chris. Jon remained engaged in life's joy until the end of his own. Good sailing Jon. with our family love and sympathy

Dan Prothero

February 23, 2015

We Protheros from Cape Cod will always remember Uncle Jon smiling. And the many good times long past but not forgotten, always with Uncle Jon smiling.

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February 23, 2015

It has been so many years since I saw you Uncle Jon, but I will never forget your wonderful smile and laugh. Lots of great memories from our trips to Florida as a young boy. I will miss you but keep my memories forever.
Love, Eric

Jeffrey Pairan

February 20, 2015

I'm saddened to hear of Jon's passing but whenever I think of him I have to smile. Always thoughtful, never harsh, caring and, more than anyone else I've ever known, he embraced life with a gusto and grace that is rarely seen. God bless!

Danny Delage

February 20, 2015

Sorry for your loss Greg. Your Dad was a neat guy. My thoughts are with you. Hope we can talk soon.

February 20, 2015

Hey sweetheart, We will miss you always and I hope your transition is a peaceful one. Thanks for sharing yourself with us and say hi to those you may encounter in your travels that we both have loved. The Giordano Family

Gregg Prothero

February 20, 2015

Thank you for everything Pop. You were instrumental in how I live my life. Love always...

James Monroe

February 20, 2015

I am startled and saddened by the news of Jon''s death. We were neighbors for a number of years and served together on the Homeowners Association of Blairstone Court, Tallahassee. We prized Jon and Margaret as neighbors and friends. He was a gracious and benevolent man of good will. We are poorer at our loss, but richer for his friendship.

John McCann

February 20, 2015

Mr. Prothero will be truly missed. He was an inspiration to all that knew him. You will always be in our hearts.
John & Sherri McCann

Joanne A. Howard

February 20, 2015

A very congenial, and "Sharp" individual. I'm sure he will be missed.

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