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".
13. John Prescott - the memories
Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott rides the big one roller coaster at Blackpool Pleasure Beach | National World
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John Prescott at Cleveleys with Blackpool North and Cleveleys Labour candidate Penny Martin. | National World
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John Prescott is served with fish and chips by George Vassiliou at Yorkshire Fisheries in Topping Street Blackpool. | National World
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Deputy Prime Minister John Prescott during his conference speech, extolling the virtues of Party membership | National World