We had drinks together a time or twobut always just as good friends. Although he resided primarily in San Francisco, he also had a home in Oakville, where he grew grapes and made red wine, often given as gifts. I am sorry for the loss of a very special person in your life and children. I cant tell you how much I lvoed the book and then I pulled up this link. My deepest condolences to the Traina family. She married Claude-Eric Lazard in 1965, and divorced him in 1974 after several years of separation. Food has always been a go-to for people in mourning. Danielle Steel - Books, Movies & Children - Biography fortunate. 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. 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. We know that John E Traina had been residing in Newport News, Newport News City County, Virginia 23607. The pix you included of John is amazing. 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. 9:55 pm, Cristiana CruzJanuary 21, 2022 Cant wait for your book to come out April 5th, Ive asked my other son to buy it for my birthday. We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Jerry Brown. But to me it was like losing a parent because we lived with her. May he rest in peace 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. 8:54 am, Michele RicardApril 23, 2017 But I do believe that you are very fortunate to have had this time with this obviously wonderful man. Marie Traina Obituary (2010) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune He is also survived by two. 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. He was the stepfather of Beatrix Lazard Seidenberg. Even after our divorce, my house was always open to him; we spent wonderful times together with the kids. Nick Traina - Wikipedia ", 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. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. Thank you for sharing your life with him to your readers. Giving to charity is a meaningful way to honor someone who has died. I can only imagine what a depth-charge this is to your family and children. 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. 26 September 1931 1 February 2011. Giuseppe was born on June 24 1893, in Santa Marina Salina, Messina, Sicilia, Italy. May I express my deepest condolences to John's large and wonderful family. Love to all . For John Traina, a life well-lived - SFGATE my wife came back,..before then I didnt know where to turn. His passing is the end of a life but not a relationship. But his dedication to his family proved there was no man more diplomatic.". 8:14 am, jose roperoMarch 4, 2011 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. I am so very sorry to hear the death of John I know it will be a loss fir u and your. 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. We will remember him forever. My heart breaks for them, even 2+ years later. The party, which drew celebrites and fashionistas near and far, was co-hosted by Vanessa Getty and Samantha Traina, and it flowed out the store and into a tent on Maiden Lane. It sounds like he led a wonderfully fulfilling Box 470427, San Francisco, CA 94147. I obtained the original copy sans calendar, had it framed and dropped in to visit John with another gift. His Bright Light is a tragic love story whose principals are a mother and her son. Scottsdale Obituaries | Local Obits for Scottsdale, AZ - Legacy.com One of the things I loved about him was that he wanted more children, and so did I. But the girls are heartbroken that their father will never walk them down the aisle. Remember that God is a living god and not for the dead because they all live in his memory until the day of resurrection. Standing on that same corner was a young man, incredibly handsome, with a great smile. JOSEPH TRAINA OBITUARY. Steele publishes several books every year, and works on at least 5 writing projects at a time. Average Age & Life Expectancy The obituary was featured in St. Louis. So we will have to go on, keep our chins up, remember him with loving smilesand having had him in our lives, he blessed us all. Danielle Fernandes Dominique Schuelein-Steel (born August 14, 1947) is an American writer, best known for her romance novels. I was shocked to hear of Johns death, and thank you for writing this eloquent memoir. I am so sorry for your loss. John A. Traina, Jr. John Traina adopted both children upon marrying Steel, and they went on to have kids Maxx, Trevor, Todd, Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa and Zara . He was the adoptive father of the late Nick Traina. Since I always seem to share with you what goes on in my life, I am sharing with you now sad family news for us. article in the In Memory Column of the S.F. But, what a life he lived! How could that be? I drove a Studebaker Avanti that had this glove compartment with a pop-up compact. Mr. Traina was hospitalized for heart pains over the weekend and again Monday morning after suffering a heart attack. 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. He was married to each for 17 years. John Traina Obituary (1931-2011) - San Francisco, CA - San Francisco When John moved to the 3022 Washington St. Firehouse, I visited him again with photos. He began the Pearl Cruises, the first Western cruise line to sail to China. Joseph Traina Obituary (2011) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune His present to us was a lovely crystal bowl which I have always treasured. I have one of his books, as a memento of a wonderful and surely not to be forgotten human being. (John 5:28,29) He had the largest collection of Faberg cigarette boxes exhibited in museums around the world. My deepest sympathy to everyone. That has got to be so hard for your children in their 20s to have lost such a special father. He was impeccable, perfect, beautiful, and he had a knack for spreading beauty around him. What impressed me was the fact that he continued to share holidays with his children in spite of being divorced. We were all just in Zihuatenejo for New Year's. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph John Traina Sr. to show support. 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. Mr. Traina. He loved classic cars, beautiful antiques, had an incredible wardrobe and was the best dressed man I know. And our Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays were legendary among people who knew us, because in an effort not to pull the kids in different directions, not only did John spend the holidays with us, but so did his first wife, her new husband before he died, and her mother, who is like a grandmother to my children, and a cherished member of our family, she is 93 now and going strong. Wikifamouspeople has ranked John Traina as of the popular celebs list. John E Traina was born on May 4, 1935. 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. I was looking for when Danielles next book would be available (I have them all except for the poem one) and I ran across this article. I was planning to visit him with Judy again, when I read the shoking news by way of a one day He and you will be in my thoughts and prayers. John Traina is a St. Louis soccer icon who will always remain an idol for an entire generation of players. 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. Jack was born on January 2, 1935 in the Coney Island section of Brooklyn NY, and remained proud of his Brooklyn heritage. I don't remember any scene in any place where he wasn't anything but composure and elegance personified," Trevor Traina said. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God Bless you and keep you in his loving arms. 500 University Blvd. John R Traina Sr (1919 - 1999) - Tampa, FL I would love to meet you one day and that would be a dream come true for me 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. Over the years you have always demonstrated such grace when it comes to your family, and particularly when you spoke of John. I recently read your book and today I was looking for a way to comment on it. Wishing Peace for You and Your Family. 8:01 pm, Adrian joFebruary 26, 2011 He was a founding editor of The Paris Review . So sorry to hear about your father's death. John E Traina John . My parents and his parents were friends and they would invite the Trainas to our summer home at Clear Lake. 12:56 pm, afaf sherbinyFebruary 1, 2013 It brought back some fond memories of the days I spent in San Francisco and Napa. And I took a photo of John in front of the home/firehouse next to his antique fire engine. The line was used for an episode of the popular 1970s TV series "The Love Boat" with stars Ursula Andress, John Forsythe and Linda Evans, according to Trevor Traina. Mansion on Washing St.,which you can see in the Frank Sinatra movie,Pal Joey 1957 (DVD 2005). Box 470427, San Francisco, 94147. Juz found out about ds website n been reading abt u wen I suddenly came across dis sad news.Im so spring for ur loss.I loved ol d dedications u wrot abt him Im ur books..Im sori abt nick too. I did not know Mr. Traina personally but knew of him as being one of the last Men of Elegance, a reminder of times long gone. He was married for 16 years to Dede Buchanan, with whom he had two sons. I have always enjoyed Danielle Steel books ,but after reading this article.I respect and admire her! He had moved back into my house during chemo, so he would be more comfortable and could be near to our children. He had only praise for you and John as parents, and I was very glad to hear it. My condolences to his entire family. 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. Much love to you and your family. I am glad I was able to reunite with Todd if only for a couple of hours. Thank you again for all the happiness you have brought to us. In 1981 he married Steel, becoming father to her children, Beatrix Seidenberg and the late Nick Traina. It was the kindest offer, and I've regretted my immaturity in declining the offer ever since. . God Bless, he will always be here with you and your family, because he was such a big part of it. We both think that your professional life is astounding and your private life is to be admired. [2] Career [ edit] Traina started his first band, Shanker, at age 13 with Max Leavitt. 12:37 pm, Linda MosbyMarch 23, 2011 after I left in 1969. 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. Janet. They had two sons, Todd and Trevor Traina . Genealogy for John Traina (c.1919 - d.) family tree on Geni, with over 240 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. I was so saddened by the news of his passing. 7:00 pm, Carrie (Rosenfeld) van de VenJanuary 1, 2014 They are like family. That was very nice. He was kind to me, and to my sons, Carlo and Edoardo. Ways to honor John Traina's life and legacy. In the foreword to his book, "The Faberg Case," Steel wrote, "The world needs its John Trainas.". Its amazing that all the years past and the pain is as real as it ever was. 2:29 pm, Jennifer NixonAugust 29, 2013 He was married to each for 17 years. 1 of 6 John Traina at Lake Tahoe in 2010. daniellesteel.net : John Traina - daniellesteel.net I can't believe he's not here. This year will mark the 25 anniversary oft mothers death. Dear Mrs. Steel I just read your kind and heartwarming life of your late husband ", Denise Hale (longtime friend, international jet-setter): "A few years ago, John told me he was thrilled to be spending Thanksgiving with both his former wives and all their children. Suzie Orrill. 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. 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? The morning that he died, he had breakfast with some of the children, and dressed carefully for a visit to the hospital to make sure that he was alright. She said what a mistake she made and we have never looked back. Im sure he never remembered me from that day, although I glimpsed him and his lovely wife at the party. LorraineFebruary 24, 2011 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. You and your family are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. Much love, John was all about celebrating life. Really and truly touched by your amazing story, its like a fairytale story itself . David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. 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. Ironically, my first law firm, Low, Ball and Lynch moved there from the Alcoa Bldg. Mr. Traina was born on. 8:20 am, Mary KeayMarch 8, 2011 Your novels are the BEST!! Sincerely, Traina, John P. Sr. Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church Wednesday, April 3, 2019. I wish I could meet you some day because you have so much warmth and all I can Hello Ms. Danielle Steel The son of best-selling romance novelist Danielle Steel, Nick had been adopted by her fourth husband, John Traina, after a judge nullified the parental rights of his biological father, Bill. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. We fell in love with each other very quickly. Still to this day something will happen that I want to share and I will think Ill call Mom. Did you ever write a book about your lives together in Napa?? We were married for 17 years, and have been separated and divorced for 16 years. It is never easy to lose a parent whether you are in your 20s or 50s. Traina was married for many years each to Fine Arts Museums' board President Dede Wilsey and best-selling author Danielle Steel. Maritime Museun, Friday February 11. 8:27 am, KimberlyFebruary 25, 2011 "I try to find comfort that, with time, you get past what you no longer have and appreciate what you did. And we shared 17 wonderful years. John Traina Obituary (2003) - St. Petersburg, Florida - Tampa Bay Times 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. Nicholas John Steel "Nick" Traina (1978-1997) - Find a Grave thank you for sharing the newspaper cliping with me and all ur readers 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. What a wonderful person you are danielle . He died on November 19, 2010 at 75 years old. Funeral services will be held privately. May God give you and your children the courage and you always remember John in the same happy way and cherish the happy moments you all spent together. 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). God bless all of you. John Traina, philanthropist, vintner and world-renowned Faberg collector, died Tuesday in San Francisco of heart disease. And he called me and invited me out. 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. Marie was a native of Tampa, FL, where she met and married her beloved husband of 56 years, the late John L Traina. "John was so handsome, so charming, so nice. And even then, he looked handsome and debonair and tolerated it well. Since then, she has worked for the Sunday Style and Datebook sections, covering gala night openings and writing trend pieces. 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. As of 2021, she has written 190 books, including over 140 novels.. Based in California for most of her career, Steel has produced several . 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. Use Next and Previous buttons to navigate, In the days that follow the shuffling off of our mortal coil, rare is the person whose oral epitaph does not include an aside beginning with the word "but.". A memorial service will be held at The Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco, 94109, on Friday, 11 February, at 2:00pm. 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. I was only 22 when she passed. 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. life and it is a testimony to you to have held him in such esteem after all these years. I worked in Mr. Trainas house for a short 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 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. This is a carousel. John was a great conversationalist, very well-read chap, and we discussed philosophy and politics. Danielle, Please accept my sympathies and I know that you and your family still miss him so much! Entradas. 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. John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. 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 8:51 am, Debbie BanahanMarch 22, 2017 Me? feeling about ithe was asking me out??? He was 79. JOHN TRAINA OBITUARY 26 September 1931 - 1 February 2011. 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. Two of them have even received nominations in the Golden Globe awards. 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. 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. John sounded like a wonderful person. 4:34 pm, Judith A. SeifriedMarch 30, 2011 Chronicle, Sunday February 6 just 5 days before his Celebration of Life at the S.F. Dear Danielle I am 49 years old and have rean all of your books starting when I was a young teen.