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John Spooner in his office at Smith Barney on State Street.

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Spooner's cork board is liberally decorated with clippings and photos.

Nick Spooner

Spooner with four grandchildren. From left to right, the children are Alyssa Fabyan, Marlo Frank, Wesley Fabyan, and Teague Spooner.

Bill Brett/Globe file photo 2007

Spooner with his late wife, Susan, in 2007.

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Another view inside Spooner's office inside Smith Barney.

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A telescope inside Spooner's office looks out the window.