My heart goes out to you and yours. We both think that your professional life is astounding and your private life is to be admired. My husband and I moved to southern California and I never saw John again. Debbie Banahan It never dawned on me that I would be lucky enough to be in his life one day. While I thought John Traina would live forever, A lover of the fine arts, Mr. Traina wrote two books, "Extraordinary Jewels" (Doubleday; 1994), about luxury gem houses, jewels and scandals, and "The Faberg Case: From the Private Collection of John Traina" (Harry Abrams; 1998), about his own collection of Faberg cigarette cases. "He was also an artistic person who lived life with great flair and great style. He is also survived by two ex-wives Diane Dede Buchanan Wilsey, and Danielle Steel. Traina was married for many years each to Fine Arts Museums' board President Dede Wilsey and best-selling author Danielle Steel. 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. Kind, elegant, unforgettable, Our sincerest condolences to the entire Traina family. Traina was the son of Danielle Steel and William George Toth. Danielle Steel: In spite of their almost 20-year age difference, Steel was dazzled by Traina. John was so kind to share his wisdom & guidance with me. Beloved father and grandfather, notable society figure, entrepreneur, civic leader and San Francisco. Post was not sent - check your email addresses! You should get solace from the fact you always spoke so warmly about him in your blogs. I am sorry for Danielle and her children. Mr. Traina was born on. But he was extremely sentimental, too. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. he will live forever in my fond memories of him. LorraineFebruary 24, 2011 I read it through and found this to be truly a love story. I am glad I was able to reunite with Todd if only for a couple of hours. This memorial website was created in memory of John Traina, 87, born on September 26, 1909 and passed away on February 2, 1997. And he was the grandfather of Johnny and Delphina Traina, Daisy Traina, and Sebastian and Isabel Seidenberg. 4:08 pm, Joan Bell DakinSeptember 6, 2012 Nick Traina - Interesting stories about famous people, biographies http://www.tj.org. He was the last of the originals on Tedmar Court. Thank you for sharing all that. 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. I will say many prayers for you. 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. I am sure your family will find Mr. Trainas mark in many things they do. Dear Danielle I am 49 years old and have rean all of your books starting when I was a young teen. He looks so young. John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. Despus de su separacin, se conocieron y se enamoraron rpidamente, ya que ella se cont a s mismaComen en Ao Nuevo de 1981, l la present el Da de San Valentn y se casaron en junio. 8:14 am, jose roperoMarch 4, 2011 And he was the grandfather of Johnny and Delphina Traina, Daisy Traina, and Sebastian and Isabel Seidenberg. You wrote about him so beautifully. Last Known Residence . 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. With Sympathy and Admiration for your Writings! 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 must have been an extra ordinary man and the way you described him "John was so handsome, so charming, so nice. I wish I could meet you some day because you have so much warmth and all I can Cant wait for your book to come out April 5th, Ive asked my other son to buy it for my birthday. This is a carousel. like my Dads. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. 3:41 pm, nicki mccombieMarch 23, 2011 He had the largest collection of Faberg cigarette boxes exhibited in museums around the world. 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. Share Your Memories and Sympathies and Join the Bereaved! 21 books written by her have also provided inspiration for television adaptations. He was born in 1945 in Norfolk,. 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. 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. Samantha Clarke. Nathaniel Lachenmeyer, in The Outsider, describes losing his father first to schizophrenia and then to death, and Laura Furman, in Ordinary Paradise, portrays the experiences of a woman whose mother dies from cancer when she is a young teenager. W&P Porter bowl review: A container that makes office HOKA dropped a brand new version of their most popular shoe, Your Privacy Choices (Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads). She had met Danny Zugelder while interviewing a prisoner, whom she married in the prison canteen in 1975. I am totally shocked and saddened to hear the news of Johns passing. On a drive to my family's place in Newport during our courtship, we stopped for lunch at a Howard Johnson's. From what you shared, it sounds like John was one hell of a good man; may his soul R.I.P. It honestly all sounds like something out of a book. They got divorced in 1978, but their relationship inspired Steele to write Now & Forever and Passions Promise. We both feel for your loss as we have both lost sons. And in his final month, he was surrounded by that love as his children accompanied him to every cancer treatment. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. Our family suffered a devastating loss when my neice took her life at 34. I was shocked to hear of Johns death, and thank you for writing this eloquent memoir. 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. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. God bless all of you. Danielle Steele has a net worth of $375 million. He reassured me that he loved you and was happy in your home. 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 John was truly a one of a kind man and will be sorely missed. 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. I visited his office at 650 California St. S.F.,when his had a beautiful walnut paneled office with American President Lines. zara alexandra traina. Shortly thereafter I took my nearly 100 year old Mother, Helen, for a visit in the Napa Valley. You still have beautiful memories to live with after a life with john. 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. My thoughts are with you and may his wonderful soul rest in peace til you see him again one day. We lost the head of our family last year. I am so sorry to hear you lost him. Funeral services will be held privately. Let him rest in peace . In 1965, in a match opposed by her father, Buchanan married John Traina, a shipping magnate and art collector. The pix you included of John is amazing. I was hoping to hear from you to see if you could email me and let me know how do I survive this. Theresa "Dot" Ringo Traina died on Wednesday, May 11, 2016. He loved his dogs. ), musical instruments, the kids friends, a dozen backpacks full of homework, and John never batted an eye, or complained about the noise or chaos. 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. We fell in love with each other very quickly. Maritime Museun, Friday February 11. She worked as the paper's society columnist from 2000 to 2004, when she wrote about the lifestyles of the rich but not necessarily famous. He would have hated to be diminished, old and sick. He joined Link 80 at age 16 and played with them for three years, touring extensively. Jos Ropero, Ms Steel sent a comment in Spanish on the death of John but I see quee google translated something wrong my comment, because I do not know English, but if something is not understood or grounds for confusion, sorry, just wanted to give my condolences and say that John was very good father and husband for their qualities. Godbless. Dear Danielle 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 5:28,29) 1:40 pm, Victor GentileApril 4, 2013 Average Age & Life Expectancy Though it feels like a part of you is missing and like there is a hole in your heart now, time does heal. Its amazing that all the years past and the pain is as real as it ever was. I just found out about John Trainas passing, living in Arizona now. He also possessed a zest for life that was reflected in his homes, two of which included a Thomas Britt re-creation of the old El Morocco nightclub. One doesnt hear that from ex-wives very often and it was touching to read. He was the stepfather of Beatrix Lazard Seidenberg. John was fun to be with, always full of life. John gathered around him the most interesting people, who all shared his joy for life and his devotion to family and friends. 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. I am a very very big fan of yours and have been reading and collecting each book when it comes out. Me??? He was married then, and his wife was wearing a beautiful gown which had actually been a costume worn by Vivien Leigh as Scarlet OHara in the movie. What an example for us all to follow, on and off the field. 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. 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. Mr. Traina. How could that be? He was married to each for 17 years. To you and your family, my deepest sympathy and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. 9:03 am, Suzie OrrillJuly 9, 2013 Im glad sincere persons like this still exist. Mr. Traina was well-loved for his elan, his conversation and the ease at which he put people in social gatherings. Entradas. I would love to meet you one day and that would be a dream come true for me Im sure they will charm the socks off the Austrians in true Traina style. She covered it well and it was only after her death that it became apparent that she was bipolar. 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. And we know several people who have lived years with leukemia, and have done well. You are so beautiful and have a wonderful life, children etc. 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. 6:07 am, diana podowskiJune 9, 2015 ", 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 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. He began the Pearl Cruises, the first Western cruise line to sail to China. For those who knew Mr. Traina, his death came as a blow. I hope during this time the family has the strength and time needed together For we all know how important support is. While Steele tried everything to give proper medical assistance to her son, Traina died of morphine overdose at the age of 19. 6:26 am, Rosa RodriguezFebruary 25, 2011 Another shows John, then Jackie on the porch in 1938. Un abrazo afectuoso con toda castidad. He died on November 19, 2010 at 75 years old. Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss 12:37 pm, Linda MosbyMarch 23, 2011 Catherine left The Chronicle in 2007 but continues to write features for the paper and a twice-weekly society column. What a joy for me to read that there are still people like you who are so evolved who can express these wonderful thoughts. Thoughts and prayers as you mourn the passing of a good man, and then celebrate a life Our deepest condolences to the family. Sincerely, John A. Traina, Jr. Holidays bring up a lot of memories. Managed by: Taya T Thurman . 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. 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. He loved classic cars, beautiful antiques, had an incredible wardrobe and was the best dressed man I know. 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). I was planning to visit him with Judy again, when I read the shoking news by way of a one day Suzie Orrill. He had moved back into my house during chemo, so he would be more comfortable and could be near to our children. Dede Wilsey - Wikipedia Catherine Bigelow is a freelance reporter-columnist-blogger who specializes in coverage about boldfaced names and A-List affairs. Its powerfully rich and precious like the pictures on the back of my moms books and her dresses. I am very proud to find that they will be entering the diplomatic corps. Danielle Steel - Books, Movies & Children - Biography And I tend to be a more serious person, and was happy at home with the kids, or working. And after 17 years, with great sadness, we parted ways, but we remained very close. Im sure he never remembered me from that day, although I glimpsed him and his lovely wife at the party. 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. She married John Traina in 1981 for the 4th time, with whom she has 5 children: Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa, Maxx and Zara. Steele frequently travels between San Francisco and Paris, and still uses a typewriter to write her manuscripts. And even then, he looked handsome and debonair and tolerated it well. John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 - 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. 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. "My children are devastated by John's death. Marie Traina Obituary (2010) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune MARIE TRAINA OBITUARY. And aside from the good looks, he exudes vitality and life). 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 . The world, and surely our world, will be a sadder place without him. 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. Please accept my sympathies and I know that you and your family still miss him so much! He was truly blessed to have you as his mother. He attended local schools and graduated from Stanford University before building a career. 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. And John was truly the handsomest man I have ever known, and was until the day he died, and a kind one. Danielle Im sorry you have lost the shine in your sun! We became good friends. The pain never truly goes away, but the ability to remember all of those wonderful things about your childhood will eventually make you smile and laugh instead of cry. There was a fire house, and a crystal bowl, and precious antiques, and John served as someone called a purser, and there was a painting of the month calendar club, and there were weddings, and admirers, and people from school, and some elder people who must have lived to be very wize, and book dedications, and high aspirations for the kids and family. Danielle Steel, Samantha Traina, 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. She was 8.5 months pregnant at that time. I feel for your children, particularly the one who cried in the hospital. John and his wife looked like movie stars to me, and led a golden, elegant life. Jos Ropero, I am so sorry for your loss. May he rest in peace. 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). We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time. Her 84 novels have sold 590 million copies till date, translated into 28 different languages, and printed in 47 countries worldwide. What impressed me was the fact that he continued to share holidays with his children in spite of being divorced. 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. 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. . daniellesteel.net : John Traina - daniellesteel.net When we separated, I refused to have a war because I wanted our family to continue sharing holidays together. W&P Porter bowl review: A container that makes office HOKA dropped a brand new version of their most popular shoe, Your Privacy Choices (Opt Out of Sale/Targeted Ads). Traina [], [] buenos amigos de Steele. Traina even adopted her son Nicholas she had from Toth. What a warm. Passed away in San Francisco. My parents and his parents were friends and they would invite the Trainas to our summer home at Clear Lake. Mine in an accident and Connies to cancer. At long last, Danielle Steel talks - New York Daily News Our lunches on the veranda of his beautiful home reminded me of Italy. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. A handsome, elegant man, impeccably groomed, with a radiant smile. Together they had Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa, Maxx and Zara. I just came across this blog of yours and it touched my heart.