The photos we have on file sum up the politican he was from political bruiser to a man with a full sense of humour wrapped with a blunt, robust approach.
One of the most memorable occasions was being heckled in a Fleetwood pub when the fishing industry had all but collapsed.
He switched on Blackpool Illuminations, played football with kids at a school, ate fish and chips at the Yorkshire Fisheries and rode the Big One.
Lord Prescott was also in town for the Labour Party Conferecences at the height of his political career under Tony Blair’s regime.
His family said he "spent his life trying to improve the lives of others, fighting for social justice and protecting the environment".
8. John Prescott - the memories
John Prescott switches on the Blackpool illuminations with his wife and local councillor Ivan Taylor | National World
9. John Prescott - the memories
John Prescott speaking to Labour supporters at Fleetwood High School. | National World
10. John Prescott - the memories
Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott recives a Cheque for £500 Pounds from USDAW Members during the AGM in Blackpool | National World
11. John Prescott - the memories
John Prescott MP and Labour candidate Mark Kendrick in Bruciannis cafe in Preston | National World
12. John Prescott - the memories
Leader of the labour Party Tony Blair, centre left, with his wife Cherie, far left, and Deputy Leader John Prescott, centre right, with his wife Pauline, wave to the crowd as they wind up the Labour Party conference in Blackpool this afternoon (Friday). By Fiona Hanson/PA. | PA