He spent every holiday with us, came to dinner often, we took real pleasure in seeing each other, with and without the kids. John Traina passed away in St. Louis, Missouri. I had my daughter Beatrix, and my son Nick was a baby (whom John adopted once we were married). The perpetually tanned and relaxed-looking gentleman exuded a Cary Grant-like star quality. Another shows John, then Jackie on the porch in 1938. Our lunches on the veranda of his beautiful home reminded me of Italy. In 1953, I was waiting for the Sacramento Street bus on the corner of Sacramento and Buchanan. 12:56 pm, afaf sherbinyFebruary 1, 2013 And I took a photo of John in front of the home/firehouse next to his antique fire engine. Catherine left The Chronicle in 2007 but continues to write features for the paper and a twice-weekly society column. And then there was a big reception at my home, with music and laughter and people, which is exactly what John wanted. John Traina - S.F. It is never easy to lose a parent whether you are in your 20s or 50s. Thank you for all your sharing with us, your readers. Danielle, John Traina is a member of famous Spouse list. Last Known Residence . We will remember him forever. I just read about this. he will live forever in my fond memories of him. I did not know Mr. Traina personally but I knew about his style and elegance; his great collections and him being one of the last few remaining Gentlemen of the Old World, sadly disappearing. fortunate. John Traina Obituary (1931-2011) - San Francisco, CA - San Francisco Nicholas John Steel Toth, popularly known as Nick Traina, was the biological son of Danielle Steele and William George Toth, but John Traina had adopted him after marrying Steele. Death: Immediate Family: Son of Thomas Traina and Carmella Husband of Private and Private Father of Private Brother of Private; Private and Private . Together they had Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa, Maxx and Zara. I was looking for a list of your books so that I can purchase to read. article in the In Memory Column of the S.F. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. You certainly have a way with words and you described him with such detail. After they divorced, she married real estate magnate Al Wilsey. The death of Nicholas Traina, who until recently sang with a Berkeley punk-rock group called Link 80, was reported by Howard Rubenstein, the novelist's New York publicist. The son of the famous American romance writer Danielle Steel, Nick Traina's last name comes from his adoptive father, John Traina. Love to all . I didnt know that John had died, I am so sorry for your loss, How lucky you all were to have had such a wonderful time together. He is also survived by two ex-wives Diane "Dede" Buchanan Wilsey, and Danielle Steel. He was 79. . For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. With love, Nicholas John Steel "Nick" Traina (1978-1997) - Find a Grave May he rest in peace collector, socialite - dies, Todd Traina (left), Katie Traina and John Traina, Horoscope for Friday, 3/03/23 by Christopher Renstrom, No seriously, dont drive up to Tahoe this weekend, Wife of Jeffrey Vandergrift issues somber update, Snowboarder dies at Tahoe ski resort following historic blizzard, Scream publicity stunt floods Bay Area dispatch with 911 calls, The Warriors broke Russell Westbrook, just like old times, Rain reenters Bay Area forecast: Have an umbrella near you, Mochi muffin bakery closes SF cafe after just 4 months, The best fried chicken is at a San Francisco strip club, Oakland ransomware attackers leak 'confidential' data, Horoscope for Saturday, 3/04/23 by Christopher Renstrom. As of 2021, she has written 190 books, including over 140 novels.. Based in California for most of her career, Steel has produced several . On a drive to my family's place in Newport during our courtship, we stopped for lunch at a Howard Johnson's. I really felt his spirit through the book you wrote about your son, and you looked so wonderful together in photos. Debbie Banahan Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. 3:41 pm, nicki mccombieMarch 23, 2011 Watching John and Pete Traina play midfield for St. Ambrose was an absolute joy and furthermore will be a treasure forever. Beloved father and grandfather, notable society figure, entrepreneur, civic leader and San Francisco legend, John Traina attended Grant School, Lowell High School, graduated from Stanford University '53, and served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific. Janet. John did everything decisively and quickly, just as he proposed to me 6 weeks after we started dating-6 weeks after the diagnosis, he was gone. He proposed to me on Valentines Day (which was pretty funny, we both had other dates for that night, which we decided to honor, so as not to disappoint anyone, but we let our respective dates know that we had just gotten engaged). I looked up and there was John, dazzlingly handsome. John Traina, philanthropist, vintner and world-renowned Faberg collector, died Tuesday in San Francisco of heart disease. Danielle Steele, real name Danielle Fernandes Dominique Schuelein-Steel, was born in 1947, and is one of the most successful American authors till date. I met John at a Gone with the Wind costume party given by friends at their country home. The tests came back on December 15th, he had acute leukemia, but even then, he was cheerful and optimistic, which was so characteristic of him. Many years ago you quoted a passage from the Bible that has always resonated with me, that God places the solitary in families. Now, more than ever, I know that these words you penned at the beginning of Family Album are particularly appropriate, because it seems that your own family story started in many ways when John entered your life. He was so amazed by them and excited to watch their pursuits in life. Despite varied pursuits and shattered relationships, she is shy, and rarely faces the media. God Bless Dede, Danelle and all his children. He was nearly 80, and looked barely sixty (I will enclose his obituary here, and the photo attached is not an old one, it is from only last year. November 19, 2010 . Passed away in San Francisco. My thoughts are with you and may his wonderful soul rest in peace til you see him again one day. John and his wife looked like movie stars to me, and led a golden, elegant life. God bless all of you. She is counted among the best selling authors alive on this earth, and among the top 5 best selling authors of all time. like my Dads. What 78 year old man do you know who looks like that? John Traina (1909-1997) *87, Grave #8476960 - Sysoon John gathered around him the most interesting people, who all shared his joy for life and his devotion to family and friends. RIP Mr. John Traina. He carried himself with a graceful presence on and off the field. He left quickly and elegantly, leaving our entire family to mourn him, bereft to have lost such a lovely man. Beloved father and grandfather, notable society figure, entrepreneur, civic leader and San Francisco legend, John Traina attended Grant School, Lowell High School, graduated from Stanford University '53, and served in the U.S. Army in the Pacific. Mine in an accident and Connies to cancer. Interested in everything, engaged in many endeavors, beloved by all, Traina had a passion for exotic travel, lived in Washington, D.C. in the 1960s, and loved his homes in San Francisco and the Napa Valley. Late as usual, I ran across the lawn to the party, not looking where I was going, and crashed into the chest of a man in uniform. And for you Danielle may you feel comfort in the good times shared memories and all the treasures that are eternal. Steele frequently travels between San Francisco and Paris, and still uses a typewriter to write her manuscripts. We shared Christmas with him, afterwards he went to Mexico with friends, and in mid January, he was to have chemo, to deal with the leukemia. Nick Traina - Wikipedia We know that John E Traina had been residing in Newport News, Newport News City County, Virginia 23607. sorry to here of your ex-husbands passing i have just read your book about nick touch my heart and soul brought the book thinking it was one of your romances been signed off from work depresion didnt think i could read the book the pain you have been through broke my heart looked at the photos in the book before i readed it my thought was did he died on my birthday which is 9/20 you dont say the date but i have since found out was the 9/20/1997 i feel a real conection to the story you told please reply nicki. She started her writing career at the age of 19, and now she has been the author of a number of non-fiction books, childrens books and poetry, in addition to novels. We both feel for your loss as we have both lost sons. I was so saddened by the news of his passing. John was elegant, possessed of impeccable manners and a very thoughtful friend. I drove a Studebaker Avanti that had this glove compartment with a pop-up compact. 6:10 pm, Mike ReidAugust 14, 2012 Growing up on the Court was like having the biggest extended family ever. My wife of 16 years wanted to leave me. He was kind to me, and to my sons, Carlo and Edoardo. A cordial and affectionate greeting, Sorry Mrs. Steel, admired the little I had read about in his book on Nick, his patience cooperation with you, love makes all things possible. He is survived by three sons, Trevor, Todd and Maxx, and four daughters, Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa, and Zara, and was the father of the late Nick Traina. I would love to meet you one day and that would be a dream come true for me The photo shows my middle brother Clay at age 2 sitting on our Collie dog Queenie, Jackie petting Quenie and Ricky (me) looking at the camera. ), musical instruments, the kids friends, a dozen backpacks full of homework, and John never batted an eye, or complained about the noise or chaos. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our first date was lunch on New Years Day. born in Vienna Austria a city that I truly love. I am so very sorry to hear the death of John I know it will be a loss fir u and your. Death . They seemed like role models of people who had it all, and I enjoyed their company a great deal. Your children are very blessed to have you and each other that they can lean on during this time. [4] A year after parting from Traina in 1980, she married the dairy product mogul [7] and real estate developer [8] Al Wilsey, [9] [10] who had recently divorced his third wife, a friend of . We had drinks together a time or twobut always just as good friends. It brought back some fond memories of the days I spent in San Francisco and Napa. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! 10:58 pm. Thank you for sharing both your sadness and joy. He looks so young. I pick up the phone to call but no one answers. All of our children were with him, and sadly I was in Paris, but spoke to him the night before, when he still assured me he was fine. Mansion on Washing St.,which you can see in the Frank Sinatra movie,Pal Joey 1957 (DVD 2005). I have been reading them since I was a teenager and I am now 52. I just love the story of his life and the life he shared with DS and his entire family. Mr. Traina was hospitalized for heart pains over the weekend and again Monday morning after suffering a heart attack. John Traina - Address & Phone Number | Whitepages We became good friends. 6:07 am, diana podowskiJune 9, 2015 The family requests that memorials be contributions to the California Historical Society, 678 Mission Street, San Francisco, 94105, or The Nick Traina Foundation, P.O. She is dedicated to giving protection to her kids, and keeping them away from tabloids. She became a features reporter in 1999 and was assigned the society column in 2004. S que usted tiene fuerza para sobrellevar todo, pero quisiera compartir con usted la lectura del folleto CUANDO MUERE UN SER QUERIDO de los Testigos de Jehov. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. We were not invited to the big reception at the Danelle Steel home that was once Adolph and Alma Sprekels Marie Traina Obituary (2010) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune Average Age & Life Expectancy I am sorry for the loss of a very special person in your life and children. He was a really nice guy, who will be missed by so many. 10:14 am, Jan FisherMarch 15, 2011 I worked for John in the late 70s at Prudential-Grace and Delta Steamship Lines. [2] Career [ edit] Traina started his first band, Shanker, at age 13 with Max Leavitt. He led a good life. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. Tras su separacin, quedaron y se enamoraron rpidamente, como ella misma ha contado: almorzaron en Ao Nuevo de 1981, l le propuso matrimonio en San Valentn y se casaron en [], [] friends with Steele. Jack was born on January 2, 1935 in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn NY, and remained proud of his Brooklyn heritage. That was very nice. Traina [], [] buenos amigos de Steele. She is the bestselling living author and one of the best-selling fiction author of all time, with over 800 million copies sold. I am in my mid-40s and lost my mother 10 years ago. As the years went on I visited his first home with Danelle Steel on Jackson St. to give then a framed enlargement of the 1934 photo in the tub at Clear Lake. Later I visited his beautiful vineyard/ranch home in the Napa Valley at Oakville with more photos and was fortunate enough to be there at the same time as his two sons from the marriage to Dede Wilsey, Trevor and Todd Traina. I was hoping to hear from you to see if you could email me and let me know how do I survive this. I too had a daughter,Danielle whom I named after my favorite author! His loss will be felt by all for a long, long time. "He was also an artistic person who lived life with great flair and great style. He sounds like a man who added a lot to life. I was only 22 when she passed. John was all about living life, without regrets, without tears, without fears. Children he was a good man and father The death of my son Nicky was their first big loss. I hope everyone in your family truly relies on one another now, freely sharing funny anecdotes and fond memories about this man you all adored. Much of who I am revolves around his views of life and obligation to community. I just found out about John Trainas passing, living in Arizona now. The first time we skyped he looked great, the second time less so. A big hug with all chastity John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 - 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. Age 93, born in Labadieville, LA, residing in New Orleans, LA until 1960, Arabi, LA for 45 years, and Azalea Estates Slidell since early 2006. As happens sometimes in life, dreams fade, reality gets the best of us, things happen, people disappoint each other, or tragedies occur. He attended local schools and graduated from Stanford University before building a career. He thoroughly enjoyed his kids, his friends, his homes, his travels, new adventures, exotic places (where I would have been terrified to go). Beloved husband of 44 years to the late Luisa Deliteris Traina. I worked in Mr. Trainas house for a short time. He had only praise for you and John as parents, and I was very glad to hear it. It was not intended as an epitaph at the time, of course, but now it has become a posthumous sentiment shared by family and friends: Dede Wilsey: After a blind date where they both lied about their age (she said she was older; he, younger), Wilsey recalled thinking as she wrote Traina's name in her address book, "He's the best-looking man I've ever met. John Traina wasnt a sad person, he was a happy man. 12:24 am, Angela AngusJanuary 5, 2018 Home. We filled our house with love and light, music and laughter, and a lot of kids!!! At long last, Danielle Steel talks - New York Daily News I am so sorry for the loss of a very handsome man. Yet the words trailing the swift, sad demise of John Traina at age 79 on Feb. 1 are unanimous ones of admiration, loss and love - and not a hint of qualification from friends and family. I can imagine the big loss because i lost a dear husband too .but such gratitude is rarely seen nowadays specially after a divorce and continuing to be friends ..both of you are great people. John Train (investment advisor) - Wikipedia It honestly all sounds like something out of a book. 12:37 pm, Linda MosbyMarch 23, 2011 Interested in everything, engaged in many endeavors, beloved by all, Traina had a passion for exotic travel, lived in Washington, D.C. in the 1960's, and loved his homes in San Francisco and the Napa Valley. The pix you included of John is amazing. She was 8.5 months pregnant at that time. Jack Traina Obituary (1935 - 2018) - Ridgewood, NJ - Legacy.com Whether riding a tractor in his Napa vineyard, dining with Sophia Loren and members of the Russian National Orchestra, or making college visits with his children, John Traina made his endeavors seem elegant and effortless. "He was the man who everyone liked. zara alexandra traina. I obtained the original copy sans calendar, had it framed and dropped in to visit John with another gift. Funeral services will be held privately. 8:27 am, KimberlyFebruary 25, 2011 What a beautiful tribute to your former husband, but more importantly, a beautiful tribute to a fine human being. I would love to read that one?? "I try to find comfort that, with time, you get past what you no longer have and appreciate what you did. We fell in love with each other very quickly. John Robert & Elizabeth Lauricella. Nick Traina - Interesting stories about famous people, biographies To you and your family, my deepest sympathy and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Perkins himself is an American entrepreneur, and one of the co-founders of Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, a venture capital firm. He was planning to have a minor procedure right before Thanksgiving, or right after, and in the blood work, they discovered something amiss, and ran some tests. When we separated, I refused to have a war because I wanted our family to continue sharing holidays together. Expand the Memories and Condolences form. It sounds like he led a wonderfully fulfilling The family requests that memorials be contributions to the California Historical Society, 678 Mission Street, San Francisco, 94105, or The Nick Traina Foundation, P.O. Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss -Ashley, Please accept my deepest sympathy at your loss. [1] Traina died by suicide by overdosing on lithium at the age of 19. He was the stepfather of Beatrix Lazard Seidenberg. 11:51 am, Kathy GordonNovember 19, 2018 Jos Ropero, I am so sorry for your loss. Did you ever write a book about your lives together in Napa?? Chronicle, Sunday February 6 just 5 days before his Celebration of Life at the S.F. Newport News, Newport News City County . If there is anything that i believe in that would be someone above who watches all of us and will be watching over your son and your husband Updated: June 21, 2016 . I wish I could meet you some day because you have so much warmth and all I can Thank you again for all the happiness you have brought to us. Danielle Steele has a net worth of $375 million. Dear Mrs. Steel I just read your kind and heartwarming life of your late husband I always enjoyed her dedications to him in her books, and the obvious love they shared. On one occasion my ex-sister in law, a well known watercolor artist in Belvedere, Diana Bradley, had used Johns Victorian home on Californa St. and Franklin for one of her famous annual calendars, where each month you would get another beautiful painting along with the dates of the month. 11:00 am, Yoko YanariMay 19, 2011 Danielle Im sorry you have lost the shine in your sun! Traina engaged in numerous pursuits, with vineyards in the Napa Valley, was the author of two books (Extraordinary Jewels and The Faberg Case), was a world traveler and famous collector of important objects. Sounds like he was a great husband & father to all. 1:00 am, Samantha ClarkeApril 28, 2015 My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your children. Mr. Traina. I am so sorry for your loss as well as the pain and sorrow the kids must feel. That was admirable! She married John Traina in 1981 for the 4th time, with whom she has 5 children: Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa, Maxx and Zara. Frederick (Rick) W. Bradley, lifetime friend. He had moved back into my house during chemo, so he would be more comfortable and could be near to our children. Charlene Oakley. I said, 'OK. zara alexandra traina. Kathy Hunt Gordon. It was the most moving and touching book Ive ever read. "My children are devastated by John's death. say is that the people who know you and are part of your life are very very John E Traina was born on May 4, 1935. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. Wishing Peace for You and Your Family. Over the years I saw John when he was a purser on the American President Line U.S.S. 4:34 pm, Judith A. SeifriedMarch 30, 2011 John was fun to be with, always full of life. My condolences to his entire family. Beloved father and grandfather, notable society figure, entrepreneur, civic leader and San Francisco.
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