West Silver Spring, MD JOHN TRAINA OBITUARY John H. Traina (Age 73) Passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, July 14, 2018. With Wilsey, he was father to Trevor and Todd Traina and grandfather to Daisy, Johnny and Delphina. John was Married, with a capital M, and seemed to be a great husband. (((((HUGS)))). Mary & Family:). I visited his office at 650 California St. S.F.,when his had a beautiful walnut paneled office with American President Lines. Traina, John P. Sr. Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Wednesday, April 3, 2019. His loss will be felt by all for a long, long time. In addition to his extensive cache of Faberg cigarette cases, Traina adored historic vehicles, from his collection of early 20th century wagons lining the tree-canopied drive of his beloved, 24-acre Oakville vineyard, to an antique fire truck often parked in the drive of Traina's last home, an 1893 Pacific Heights firehouse once owned by Gov. I also want to thank you for years of enjoyment while reading your books. That has got to be so hard for your children in their 20s to have lost such a special father. Entradas. 27 febrero, 2023 . One of the things I loved about him was that he wanted more children, and so did I. My friend Connie Herbert is also a great fan of yours and when we were talking the other day about one of your books we realised that we didnt know very much about you even though Connie especially has read so many of your books so I thought that I would Google you . Mr. Traina was hospitalized for heart pains over the weekend and again Monday morning after suffering a heart attack. She said what a mistake she made and we have never looked back. John was a great conversationalist, very well-read chap, and we discussed philosophy and politics. I took many photos, all of which are in my photo albums just like Dad. We were married for 17 years, and have been separated and divorced for 16 years. 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. I am a very very big fan of yours and have been reading and collecting each book when it comes out. "John was so handsome, so charming, so nice. TRAINA Joseph Traina, safe in the arms of our Lord, on Friday, February 4, 2011. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Dear Danielle, I worked for the Trains for 13 months when Trevor and Todd were 2 and 3 years old. Un abrazo afectuoso con toda castidad. John A. Walker JOHN A. WALKER John Ariel Walker, age 76, passed away November 7, 2022, at home in the arms of his loving wife, Teresa, in Scottsdale, Arizona. Danielle Steel - Wikipedia Another shows John, then Jackie on the porch in 1938. But the girls are heartbroken that their father will never walk them down the aisle. And it was a whirlwind romance. I have one of his books, as a memento of a wonderful and surely not to be forgotten human being. From left Todd Traina, Katie Traina, Dede Wilsey, John Traina, Alexis Swanson, and Trevor Traina, attend the San Francisco Opera Gala Friday evening, September 11, 2009. "I try to find comfort that, with time, you get past what you no longer have and appreciate what you did. Thank you for writing such a wonderful story. -Ashley, Please accept my deepest sympathy at your loss. I came upon this link by accident about your husband, John Traina. Marie was a native of Tampa, FL, where she met and married her beloved husband of 56 years, the late John L Traina. You have funeral questions, we have answers. A few years later, as I mushed along in my own life, he and his wife separated and divorced. I just read about this. May God bless you in your profound time of grief. Standing on that same corner was a young man, incredibly handsome, with a great smile. daniellesteel.net : John Traina - daniellesteel.net He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. Dede Wilsey, born Diane Dow Buchanan, was the great-granddaughter of the founder of Dow Chemical Co. 7:10 am, afaf sherbinyFebruary 1, 2013 We were not invited to the big reception at the Danelle Steel home that was once Adolph and Alma Sprekels She married William George Toth on the very next day of her divorce with Zugelder, but they did not get along well, and divorced in 1981. What 78 year old man do you know who looks like that? Ive only known one other woman who still speaks lovingly about her ex-husband who died and it is so remarkable. He had the largest collection of Faberg cigarette boxes exhibited in museums around the world. Joseph John Traina Sr. Obituary (1944 - 2022) - Echovita 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. 8:51 am, Debbie BanahanMarch 22, 2017 What a joy for me to read that there are still people like you who are so evolved who can express these wonderful thoughts. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. 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 am very proud to find that they will be entering the diplomatic corps. A handsome, elegant man, impeccably groomed, with a radiant smile. Marie Traina Obituary (2010) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune I met John at a Gone with the Wind costume party given by friends at their country home. We rode the bus together every day for a year. Over the years you have always demonstrated such grace when it comes to your family, and particularly when you spoke of John. Traina as a boss. May he rest in peace. Hoover in port at Yokohama, when I was stationed at a Naval Air Facility in Oppama, Japan during Korean Service in 1954-1955. Your children are very blessed to have you and each other that they can lean on during this time. Godbless. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time. He was raised in San Francisco where he attended Town School but owing to his mother's enormous success in writing numerous romance novels, the family also maintained an estate in the south of France. Im sure they will charm the socks off the Austrians in true Traina style. My heart breaks for them, even 2+ years later. From what you shared, it sounds like John was one hell of a good man; may his soul R.I.P. She is counted among the best selling authors alive on this earth, and among the top 5 best selling authors of all time. God Bless Dede, Danelle and all his children. I was born in San Francisco and now live in Florida. 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. born in Vienna Austria a city that I truly love. They had two sons, Todd and Trevor Traina . Catherine left The Chronicle in 2007 but continues to write features for the paper and a twice-weekly society column. I wish I could meet you some day because you have so much warmth and all I can Yoko, Hi Danielle this is quite a story I was curious & thought Id take a look at your different stories actually I was checking to see if you wrote a new story. John Traina Wiki, Biography, Net Worth, Age, Family, Facts and More I had the pleasure of working with John when I lived in Vancouver as his agent for both the Delta Steamship and Pearl Cruises lines. Rocco Traina (1911-1978) *66, Grave #19313042 - Sysoon 6:10 pm, Mike ReidAugust 14, 2012 It honestly all sounds like something out of a book. You certainly have a way with words and you described him with such detail. And everyone loved everyone. I would love to see you write a story of the wonderful relationship and memories of John and your family. John E Traina John . A big hug with all chastity Condolences to family and friends.May you gain support and prayers to sustain you at this difficult time.Isaiah 57:15, John Traina is a St. Louis soccer icon who will always remain an idol for an entire generation of players. He has missed Fran so much. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. He was a longtime shipping line executive, first running the passenger division of American President Lines, then working for Prudential Cruises and Grace Cruises. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? What impressed me was the fact that he continued to share holidays with his children in spite of being divorced. I always admired the fact too that John never flirted with me, nor showed any interest in me (not always the case with married men). Ironically, my first law firm, Low, Ball and Lynch moved there from the Alcoa Bldg. 6:07 pm, Elena CaputoOctober 23, 2021 Much love to you and your family. R.I.P John Traina you will be missed by many. 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 His ways will live on through them. It sounds like he led a wonderfully fulfilling The destruction Steel referred to was the end of her 14-year marriage (her fourth) to socialite John Traina, father of five of Steel's children (she also had one child each by her first and. He was extremely elegant, known for his impeccable style and limitless charm, he added glamour and sophistication to the San Francisco social scene for his entire life. I worked in Mr. Trainas house for a short time. He is also survived by two ex-wives Diane Dede Buchanan Wilsey, and Danielle Steel. As happens sometimes in life, dreams fade, reality gets the best of us, things happen, people disappoint each other, or tragedies occur. Despite varied pursuits and shattered relationships, she is shy, and rarely faces the media. It was a love fest. I really felt his spirit through the book you wrote about your son, and you looked so wonderful together in photos. John Traina (c.1919 - d.) - Genealogy Jerry Brown. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Thoughts and prayers as you mourn the passing of a good man, and then celebrate a life Our deepest condolences to the family. He died peacefully at UCSF Medical Center, said a son, Trevor Traina. Mr. Traina was born on. Everyone is shocked, and all of us are stunned and saddened, but I also realize that this is probably the way he would want to go, quickly, simply, still looking handsome and feeling well until almost the last minute. Together they had Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa, Maxx and Zara. My husband and I moved to southern California and I never saw John again. He was always smiling, and happily engaged all of us in any of our conversations. As much as it breaks my heart to know he has passed on, it also makes me smile, knowing he's with his beloved Fran. He looks so young. Please accept my heartfelt though late condolences. Death . As the years went on I used old photos of the Traina family from Dads albums, enlarged and framed, as an excuse to visit John. 12:56 pm, afaf sherbinyFebruary 1, 2013 7:43 pm, John TrainaAugust 2, 2013 Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. One doesnt hear that from ex-wives very often and it was touching to read. Thank you again for all the happiness you have brought to us. But, what a life he lived! As we left, John placed a hotel sticker on the compact, 'Now you'll always remember our lunch.' So very sorry for your loss n the loss of your son threw all the tradegy u experience u still continue to write the best book which I enjoy so very much sending u much love n prayers, I loved what you, Danielle Steel, my favorite novelist wrote about your former spouse, John Traina. John "Johnny" Walker was born. ", "John was worldly, loved pranks and making me laugh. And we believed it too. John Traina, philanthropist, vintner and world-renowned Faberg collector, died Tuesday in San Francisco of heart disease. 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. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. THERESA TRAINA OBITUARY. I was looking for a list of your books so that I can purchase to read. TRAINA Marie Castellano Traina, 93, died peacefully at Lakeview Hospital, Covington, LA on Friday, July 23, 2010, after a brief illness, surrounded by her family and friends. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. I never felt so lucky in my life. I looked up and there was John, dazzlingly handsome. My sincere, heartfelt condolences to the Traina family.Bill McDermott. She was 8.5 months pregnant at that time. Danielle Steel Says Biography Wrecked Her Marriage - SFGATE He wouldnt like to see us crying, or sad. He was so good to me and sophomore year at SEA he asked me to join he and Anna at the Father Daughter dance, since my dad had passed years before. I am totally shocked and saddened to hear the news of Johns passing. John Traina is a well known Spouse. There is always enough love to go around, but it is rare to find a family who embraces that love with the exes etc. John E Traina was born on May 4, 1935. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Even this couple divorced in 1998, and she married Thomas Perkins for the 5th time. fortunate. RIP Mr. John Traina. Here, we see: It brought back some fond memories of the days I spent in San Francisco and Napa. 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. 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. Jack Traina Obituary (1935 - 2018) - Ridgewood, NJ - Legacy.com Me??? I would love to meet you one day and that would be a dream come true for me document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); I am so sorry for the loss of yet another person that you loved Danielle. ", Sophia Loren (longtime friend): "I have many wonderful memories of times spent with John, especially in Napa Valley, where he was a warm, gracious host. He had moved back into my house during chemo, so he would be more comfortable and could be near to our children. Funeral Home Services for John are being provided by Kutis Funeral Home, Inc, Affton Chapel. His Bright Light: The Story of Nick Traina - Psychiatric Services Growing up on the Court was like having the biggest extended family ever. Early life [ edit] Train was born on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to Helen Coster Gerard and Arthur Train. 10:14 am, Jan FisherMarch 15, 2011 Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss I found this quite by accident as I was looking for a place to comment on your book about your son,Nick, who so loved John Traina. I am sorry for your loss of a loved one. John Traina - Address & Phone Number | Whitepages Love you DS. Janet. Sincerely, Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Thinking he was alright, and he certainly looked it, and was very positive, I left on a trip, and we chatted twice on Skype, several times on the phone, and often on email. She covered it well and it was only after her death that it became apparent that she was bipolar. I dont read or respond to emails much anymore because my computer went belly up, but I hope you will extend my best wishes to all. Recently the boys had it detailed. My ex-husband, John Traina, father of eight of my nine children, passed away suddenly on February 1st, and it is a huge shock and grief to all of us, and most especially our children. He was full of life and added excitement and glamour wherever he went. Her 84 novels have sold 590 million copies till date, translated into 28 different languages, and printed in 47 countries worldwide. John Traina, Jr. - Napa Valley Register Mr. Traina then wed best-selling author Danielle Steel. God bless all of you. 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. And I took a photo of John in front of the home/firehouse next to his antique fire engine. What a warm, kind and loving man. He would have hated to be diminished, old and sick. Dearest Danielle , Paramedics saved Steel's son twice - SFGATE She was marrying someone else, John was alone and I was amazed that he invited me out. Jos Ropero, I am so sorry for your loss. 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. He was married for 16 years to Dede Buchanan, with whom he had two sons. 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. Mansion on Washing St.,which you can see in the Frank Sinatra movie,Pal Joey 1957 (DVD 2005). He will be remembered for all that he was and stood for. John Traina - S.F. He assured us he would be!! John and his wife looked like movie stars to me, and led a golden, elegant life. I learnedlater the children all wanted the photo in their rooms. He is also survived by two ex-wives Diane "Dede" Buchanan Wilsey, and Danielle Steel. What a beautiful tribute to a lovely man adored by all! That was admirable! This is a carousel. John Traina wasnt a sad person, he was a happy man. Sounds like he was a great husband & father to all. 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. Login or Sign-up to show all important data, death records and obituaries absolutely for free! I hope during this time the family has the strength and time needed together For we all know how important support is. Cant wait for your book to come out April 5th, Ive asked my other son to buy it for my birthday. John Traina, in 1985 . Sorry, your blog cannot share posts by email. He reassured me that he loved you and was happy in your home. Steele frequently travels between San Francisco and Paris, and still uses a typewriter to write her manuscripts. The children numbered nine, but the reason Steel is now agreeing to an interview is that her son Nicholas Traina died a suicide in 1997 at age 19. 500 University Blvd. He was the stepfather of Beatrix Lazard Seidenberg. A memorial service will be held at The Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco, 94109, on Friday, 11 February, at 2:00pm. I worked for John in the late 70s at Prudential-Grace and Delta Steamship Lines. I am sorry for the loss of a very special person in your life and children. As of 2021, she has written 190 books, including over 140 novels.. Based in California for most of her career, Steel has produced several . Carolyne Zinko, a native of Wisconsin, joined The San Francisco Chronicle in 1993 as a news reporter covering Peninsula crime, city government and political races. My parents and his parents were friends and they would invite the Trainas to our summer home at Clear Lake. 6:26 am, Rosa RodriguezFebruary 25, 2011 Kathy Hunt Gordon. But in spite of that, we remained good friends, and very close because of the children, and probably also just because we liked each other. Although it was about 45 years ago that I was a nanny, I dont think a day has gone by that I didnt think of the boys or pray for their well being. 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. I became engaged during that time and John was at our wedding. My heart goes out to you for the endless effort you put forth on his behalf. Be well. He and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. I thought so highly of Mr. Traina. Two of them have even received nominations in the Golden Globe awards. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. extravaganzas at the Oakville home, which he gave every two years for a few years. Much love, Since then, she has worked for the Sunday Style and Datebook sections, covering gala night openings and writing trend pieces. Dear Danielle, I just came across this sad announcement and although I never met John, I could not help myself from sending you and your family my deepest sympathy. He immediately struck up a conversation and we quickly discovered we shared a lot of interests including a love of the shipping industry. And we know several people who have lived years with leukemia, and have done well. My sympathies are with you and your family. Remember that God is a living god and not for the dead because they all live in his memory until the day of resurrection. You are so beautiful and have a wonderful life, children etc. Let him rest in peace . May I express my deepest condolences to John's large and wonderful family. I have always been a fan of your novels and contacting someone of your renown is something I have never done before. 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. John sounded like a wonderful person. (John 5:28,29) Kind, elegant, unforgettable, Our sincerest condolences to the entire Traina family. I contacted prophet mica i saw reviews about online and from a friend, we worked together for a couple days and the last day she came home after work with a bottle of wine and said she wanted to talk. While Steele tried everything to give proper medical assistance to her son, Traina died of morphine overdose at the age of 19. Our lunches on the veranda of his beautiful home reminded me of Italy. 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.