She was Bipolar Manic Depressed Like your son,I did everything I could to help her doctors,medicines putting her in rehab in hospitals and anything I could.Saddly on May 5 2010 I lost my baby she was only 18 years old to an accidental overdose.Now I am trying to go on without her it is not easy. Managed by: Taya T Thurman . My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. PS I just read The Award and cried my eyes out! Because when I tell the committee your plans, they're going to award you the Nobel Prize for Peace.' Box 470427, San Francisco, CA 94147. 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. 27 febrero, 2023 . He must have been an extra ordinary man and the way you described him His present to us was a lovely crystal bowl which I have always treasured. My son Nick was desperately sick for our entire marriage, which was a challenge, my career was demanding, Im more of a homebody, John loved going out and having a huge social life, which I didnt always have the energy for with nine kids at home, one of them very ill, and constant deadlines. But he was extremely sentimental, too. From what you shared, it sounds like John was one hell of a good man; may his soul R.I.P. We know that John E Traina had been residing in Newport News, Newport News City County, Virginia 23607. They are like family. Catherine Bigelow is a freelance reporter-columnist-blogger who specializes in coverage about boldfaced names and A-List affairs. Wonderful. 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. http://www.tj.org. Death: Immediate Family: Son of Thomas Traina and Carmella Husband of Private and Private Father of Private Brother of Private; Private and Private . It was the most moving and touching book Ive ever read. We held a private funeral a week ago and a memorial the following week for his many friends. One of his best friends, Charlie Crocker, said simply, "He was a dear friend of 60 years' standing who will be much missed.". He was 79. 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. And John was truly the handsomest man I have ever known, and was until the day he died, and a kind one. Danelle, who would write all night and take her time getting ready the next day called down from up stairs at 10am that she was not dressd and the John would love the picture and would be home later. Danielle Steel: In spite of their almost 20-year age difference, Steel was dazzled by Traina. Thank you for sharing your life with him to your readers. 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. Traina's greatest joy was his family. Visitation will be on Saturday, May 14, 2016, from 12 pm until 2 pm followed immediately by services at Resthaven Gardens of Memory and Funeral Home, 11817 Jefferson Highway. Nicholas John Steel "Nick" Traina Birth 1 May 1978 San Francisco, San Francisco County, California, USA Death 20 Sep 1997 (aged 19) Pleasant Hill, Contra Costa County, California, USA Burial Cypress Lawn Memorial Park Colma, San Mateo County, California, USA Show Map Plot We will remember him forever. 3:41 pm, nicki mccombieMarch 23, 2011 If its too trivial I apologize but I read a few of the comments here and they left images of John that I really found interesting. The pix you included of John is amazing. Having only recently been informed of John Trainas passing via a chance reading of Stanford Magazine that published alumni news I must say I was quite shocked. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. 9:55 pm, Cristiana CruzJanuary 21, 2022 Traina, John P. Sr. Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Wednesday, April 3, 2019. thank you for sharing the newspaper cliping with me and all ur readers 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. 6:10 pm, Mike ReidAugust 14, 2012 And then suddenly, the house of cards came down, he had 3 rapid heart attacks toward the end of chemo, but even then he and we were convinced hed be fine. May God bless you and yours. I visited his office at 650 California St. S.F.,when his had a beautiful walnut paneled office with American President Lines. I read it through and found this to be truly a love story. Passed away in San Francisco. Traina was married for many years each to Fine Arts Museums' board President Dede Wilsey and best-selling author Danielle Steel. John sounded as wonderful as the perfect men in some of your novels Its so nice that you were able to share a life and build a family with such an endearing man. I too had a daughter,Danielle whom I named after my favorite author! In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. 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. It sounds like he led a wonderfully fulfilling We will remember him forever. My deepest sympathies to the entire family, The world, and surely our world, will be a sadder place without him. Love you DS. I am sorry for your loss of a loved one. And I took a photo of John in front of the home/firehouse next to his antique fire engine. When we separated, I refused to have a war because I wanted our family to continue sharing holidays together. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Mr. Traina was well-loved for his elan, his conversation and the ease at which he put people in social gatherings. And after 17 years, with great sadness, we parted ways, but we remained very close. I am so sorry to hear of your ex-husbands passing. I am a 78 year old friend of John Traina, who has known him since I was born in 1932 at the Presido Wall at 3449 Pacific Ave. between Laurel and Locust, San Francisco. My deepest condolences to the Traina family. Ive only known one other woman who still speaks lovingly about her ex-husband who died and it is so remarkable. Cant wait for your book to come out April 5th, Ive asked my other son to buy it for my birthday. He had moved back into my house during chemo, so he would be more comfortable and could be near to our children. Mr. Traina, born in San Francisco on Sept. 26, 1931, was the son of a homemaker who loved opera and a father who ran a candy business sold to See's Candies just before the 1906 earthquake. God Bless Dede, Danelle and all his children. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. How could that be? I myself just lost my 30 yr old son to brain cancer, but I have his little boy Ian who is 5 who is a miniature of my son. 6:42 pm, Reshma KellyMay 27, 2013 What a beautiful love story that you have shared. R.I.P John Traina you will be missed by many. zara alexandra traina. They got divorced in 1978, but their relationship inspired Steele to write Now & Forever and Passions Promise. Sophia Loren with John Traina at Bistro Don Giovanni in July 2004, when Sophias son Carlo Ponti was in Napa to conduct the Russian National Orchestra. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. A fourth-generation Northern Californian, Miss Bigelow first divined her love of San Francisco by reading the dispatches of such classic Chronicle columnists as Pat Steger, Stanton Delaplane, Charles McCabe and Herb Caen. And we were married in June. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. 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. Looking back at those times, I now realize that the fun we had there, the marvelous parties the company gave for their employees, the opportunites to grow and advance had a lot to do with Mr. 1:40 pm, Victor GentileApril 4, 2013 John always seemed larger than life to me and was a boss who gave me much good business advice that has stood me well throughout the years. Mr. Traina is survived by three sons, Trevor Traina, Todd Traina and Maxx Traina of San Francisco; four daughters, Samantha Traina of Los Angeles, Victoria Traina and Vanessa Traina of New York, and Zara Traina of San Francisco; a stepdaughter, Beatrix Seidenberg of San Francisco; a sister, Marisa Hahn of Wolfsberg, Germany; and two former wives, Diane "Dede" Wilsey and Danielle Steel of San Francisco. And even then, he looked handsome and debonair and tolerated it well. John Traina, in 1985 . I was so saddened by the news of his passing. What a warm, kind and loving man. He began the Pearl Cruises, the first Western cruise line to sail to China. Love to all . I met up with Todd in Hollywood after he was grown, and we went shopping and had a hilarious time together. I can't believe he's not here. Hed had some heart problems in recent years, but managed them responsibly, and continued living a great life. Love, Sylvia, After reading the book about your son And so many other of your books I feel like I am a friend of yours. xxoo, Lo siento seora Steel, admiraba en lo poco que haba ledo sobre el en su libro sobre Nick, su paciencia su cooperacin con usted, el amor hace que todas las cosas sean posibles. I really felt his spirit through the book you wrote about your son, and you looked so wonderful together in photos. Now that he is home with his Lord and his dear wife, his broken heart is healed and there is no pain and there are no tears.God bless you Mr. Traina. He also supported various other international fine arts causes, including Venetian Heritage, which seeks to preserve artistic, cultural and intellectual exchange between the United States and Italy. And everyone loved everyone. Beloved husband of the late Francine A. Traina (nee Roggie); dear father of Nick (Sue, nee Garfat) Traina, Anna (Tom) Rice, Maria Traina and John (Lara, nee Stutte) Traina Jr.; loving grandfather of Get email updates about John Traina delivered directly to your inbox. Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Feb. 4 to Feb. 6, 2011. I was shocked to hear of Johns death, and thank you for writing this eloquent memoir. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to you and your children. 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. I will say many prayers for you. And he was the grandfather of Johnny and Delphina Traina, Daisy Traina, and Sebastian and Isabel Seidenberg. 500 University Blvd. He was born in 1945 in Norfolk,. I have always thought of Todd and Trevor as my boys. He was the last of the originals on Tedmar Court. Just as when Nick died, you are all in my thoughts and I pray that you find comfort in all those special memories you have of your former husband, fellow parent and dear friend. I learned alot from him. I pick up the phone to call but no one answers. Im so sorry for your loss. John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 - 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. That was very nice. Holidays bring up a lot of memories. He used drugs, but what wasn't immediately. So sorry to hear about your father's death. 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. I just read about this. Watching John and Pete Traina play midfield for St. Ambrose was an absolute joy and furthermore will be a treasure forever. It broke my heart to leave them, but I had to move on. Her first husband was steamship executive John Traina, whom she met in her hometown of. In a six-month project with The Chronicle's investigative team, she recently revealed the misleading practices of a San Francisco fashion charity that took donations from wealthy philanthropists but donated little to the stated cause of helping the developmentally disabled. i worked for him in oakville for two years ..couldnt have been nicer and fair ,Im very sorry for your loss a good man, areally fine human being. She is counted among the best selling authors alive on this earth, and among the top 5 best selling authors of all time. I appreciated his positive spirit just. He carried himself with a graceful presence on and off the field. John Pell Coster Train (May 25, 1928 - August 13, 2022) was an American investment advisor and writer. The perpetually tanned and relaxed-looking gentleman exuded a Cary Grant-like star quality. Her profiles of personalities have included fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg, Twitter co-founder Biz Stone and Emanuel Ungaro fashion house owner Asim Abdullah, to name a few. And we believed it too. 10:14 am, Jan FisherMarch 15, 2011 (Juan 5:28,29) 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. In 1981 he married Steel, becoming father to her children, Beatrix Seidenberg and the late Nick Traina. John Angelo Traina, 1932 - 2011 John Angelo Traina 1932 2011 California California John Angelo Traina was born in 1932, at birth place , California, to Giuseppe Angelo Traina . 21 books written by her have also provided inspiration for television adaptations. Average Age & Life Expectancy He was nearly 20 years older than I, although he didnt look it, and I thought he was much too glamorous for meI had a kind of Who? Did you ever write a book about your lives together in Napa?? I am sorry for Danielle and her children. Steele frequently travels between San Francisco and Paris, and still uses a typewriter to write her manuscripts. Still later my love of my life, Judy OConnor and I were invited to his Fourth of July picnic John must have been a remarkable person and his passing leaves a large emptiness in the world. Mr. Traina will be missed, but what great memories of him from the time I was a boy to this day. John A. Traina, Jr. (Sept. 26, 1931, to Feb. 1, 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. John Traina is a member of famous Spouse list. In 1953, I was waiting for the Sacramento Street bus on the corner of Sacramento and Buchanan. Box 470427, San Francisco, 94147. Jos Ropero, I am so sorry for your loss. We would leave for the weekends with 9 kids, a mountain of suitcases, three young women to help us, 8 dogs, a pet pig (who was supposed never to grow bigger than 30 pounds and weighed 200 and was a most uncharming pet named Coco!!! "John was so handsome, so charming, so nice. I was looking for a list of your books so that I can purchase to read. Despite varied pursuits and shattered relationships, she is shy, and rarely faces the media. Home. Devoted father of Karen Walgamotte . Love always. John was all about celebrating life. Wikifamouspeople has ranked John Traina as of the popular celebs list. She is dedicated to giving protection to her kids, and keeping them away from tabloids. I have one of his books, as a memento of a wonderful and surely not to be forgotten human being. We fell in love with each other very quickly. John was all about living life, without regrets, without tears, without fears. Thanks for sharing all this. 11:51 am, Kathy GordonNovember 19, 2018 Beloved husband of 44 years to the late Luisa Deliteris Traina. He sounds so exciting, every day was a new adventure to him. Wishing Peace for You and Your Family. She became a features reporter in 1999 and was assigned the society column in 2004. Death . Post was not sent - check your email addresses! 8:51 am, Debbie BanahanMarch 22, 2017 Thanks for all your help prophet mica, you really gave me my life back with my wife.. prophets website; livingspirits.webs.com. As of 2021, she has written 190 books, including over 140 novels.. Based in California for most of her career, Steel has produced several . Im sure they will charm the socks off the Austrians in true Traina style. 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). Our deepest condolences to the entire Traina Family. He loved classic cars, beautiful antiques, had an incredible wardrobe and was the best dressed man I know. he will live forever in my fond memories of him. The well-heeled man-about-town was a highly regarded figure in San Francisco society, which reeled at the news of his death. Kind, elegant, unforgettable, Our sincerest condolences to the entire Traina family. With Sympathy and Admiration for your Writings! He was married to each for 17 years. After they divorced, she married real estate magnate Al Wilsey. He will be remembered for all that he was and stood for. Continue to trust in the Lord, and he will be with you every step of the way until you meet your beloved family member again. He was a really nice guy, who will be missed by so many. I hope during this time the family has the strength and time needed together For we all know how important support is. It is never easy to lose a parent whether you are in your 20s or 50s. You serve as an inspiration to everyone who knows you, and it grieves me that you have to endure yet another loss, one that has an impact not only on you, but upon your family as well. Login or Sign-up to show all important data, death records and obituaries absolutely for free! I made life-long friends there, and my first husband, Capt. Chre Danielle,je me sens si proche de vous et je partage votre peine davoir perdu John que vous aimez tant,ayant moi aussi perdu mes deux poux,le premier,bi-polaire,sest suicid.Mais je voudrais vous parler de NickSa photo sur le livre ma caus un grand choc,il en manait douceur ,force et fragilit,jai tout lu en une nuit,il ma fait rire,trembler,pleurer et depuis Nicky est dans mon coeur pour toujours.jai prs de soixante-dix et je mne moi aussi un terrible combat contre cette implacable maladie qui a saccag ma vie,ma propre bi-polarit,je le mne seule,hlas!Je vous admire pour cet immense amour que vous lui avez donn,et lamour est plus fort que la mort,un jour nous les retrouverons et nous serons tous ensemble dans la paix.Je prie pour lui et pour vous.Affectueusement,Michle. He died peacefully at UCSF Medical Center, said a son, Trevor Traina. And then there was a big reception at my home, with music and laughter and people, which is exactly what John wanted. The philanthropist and renowned Faberg collector was a fixture of San Francisco society married first to Dede Buchanan, an ambassador's daughter, and later to author . Thank you again for all the happiness you have brought to us. I am so very sorry to hear the death of John I know it will be a loss fir u and your. My condolences to his entire family. I am in my mid-40s and lost my mother 10 years ago. God bless all of you. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. Her 84 novels have sold 590 million copies till date, translated into 28 different languages, and printed in 47 countries worldwide. You should get solace from the fact you always spoke so warmly about him in your blogs. 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. John was fun to be with, always full of life. There are many black and white photos of John, his sister Marissa, who I understand just suffered a severe stroke, and his parents at Clear Lake as early as 1934 with John, Marissa and I at ages 2, 3 and 1, respectively in a big water tub on the lawn overlooking the Lake. Mary & Family:). We were at different points in our lives, he in the final stretch, the fun part, he retired early and had more time to play than I did. She married Claude-Eric Lazard in 1965, and divorced him in 1974 after several years of separation. She was 85, a native of Torbert, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge. 7:10 am, afaf sherbinyFebruary 1, 2013 And he always looked 20 or 30 years younger than he was, time just didnt touch him, somewhere on his travels, he must have found the fountain of youth!!! Let him rest in peace . We both feel for your loss as we have both lost sons. You are truly amazing and so talented. John was most gracious and showed her around the property before sitting on his porch looking down the valley through his vineyards, sipping a glass of his Traina Cabernet. after I left in 1969. Charlene Oakley. A funeral service is pending. John was a great conversationalist, very well-read chap, and we discussed philosophy and politics. Entradas. Please accept my sympathies and I know that you and your family still miss him so much! He would have hated to be diminished, old and sick. 12:24 am, Angela AngusJanuary 5, 2018 But I do believe that you are very fortunate to have had this time with this obviously wonderful man. Thank you for writing such a wonderful story. the inside shots are from elsewhere. Whitepages person search is the fastest way to find contact information online. Much strength to you and your children in this sad time. 9:03 am, Suzie OrrillJuly 9, 2013 His ways will live on through them. John and I went to Lowell Hight School together. Ironically, my first law firm, Low, Ball and Lynch moved there from the Alcoa Bldg. You and I were expecting a baby in 1983 and we spoke once as you were looking fir a Nanny. John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. Chronicle, Sunday February 6 just 5 days before his Celebration of Life at the S.F. He loved his dogs. Maritime Museun, Friday February 11. "You'd have to go to Kuwait to find a man with a better entourage of wives and children - they loved him, and he loved them," said Trevor Traina, an Internet entrepreneur who was close to his father. John Traina passed away in St. Louis, Missouri. Though it feels like a part of you is missing and like there is a hole in your heart now, time does heal. Standing on that same corner was a young man, incredibly handsome, with a great smile. He was one of the finest and our prayers are with you all.Jim & Christine Bahlinger. Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Mr. Traina was born on. -Ashley, Please accept my deepest sympathy at your loss. The family requests that memorials be contributions to the California Historical Society, 678 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94105, or the Nick Traina Foundation, P.O. He was generous to his friends, hosting lavish summer barbecues for hundreds of guests on the Fourth of July at the Oakville home, and entertained many international jet-setters, including Italian film star Sophia Loren, who visited when her son, Carlo Ponti Jr., conducted the Russian National Orchestra when it performed in the Bay Area. To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one. My heart goes out to you for the endless effort you put forth on his behalf. For those who knew Mr. Traina, his death came as a blow. He enjoyed a long and respected career in shipping (American President Lines, Grace Lines, Prudential Lines, Delta Lines) and was among the first to start cruises into China. With regard to John Traina they simply don't come any better. He reassured me that he loved you and was happy in your home. You certainly have a way with words and you described him with such detail. I have always enjoyed Danielle Steel books ,but after reading this article.I respect and admire her! 7:43 pm, John TrainaAugust 2, 2013 Newport News, Newport News City County . my wife came back,..before then I didnt know where to turn.
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