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. 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. 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. He began the Pearl Cruises, the first Western cruise line to sail to China. 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. Please accept my heartfelt though late condolences. Keeping his memory alive will not only comfort you, but will keep him with you for many years to come. John Traina is a St. Louis soccer icon who will always remain an idol for an entire generation of players. I was planning to visit him with Judy again, when I read the shoking news by way of a one day Its so hard to lose a child, I know what you went through losing your son. 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. Maritime Museun, Friday February 11. He reassured me that he loved you and was happy in your home. Mansion on Washing St.,which you can see in the Frank Sinatra movie,Pal Joey 1957 (DVD 2005). John E Traina was born on May 4, 1935. My thoughts are with you and may his wonderful soul rest in peace til you see him again one day. 8:05 pm, Liann BeckMarch 22, 2011 thank you for sharing the newspaper cliping with me and all ur readers He was truly blessed to have you as his mother. 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. Hello Ms. Danielle Steel John Train (investment advisor) - Wikipedia The memories will forever live in my heart. When we separated, I refused to have a war because I wanted our family to continue sharing holidays together. 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. It is never easy to lose a parent whether you are in your 20s or 50s. John Traina - S.F. Joseph Traina Obituary (2011) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune I too had a daughter,Danielle whom I named after my favorite author! We lost the head of our family last year. 6:10 pm, Mike ReidAugust 14, 2012 ", 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. I can't believe he's not here. What a beautiful tribute to a lovely man adored by all! She was 8.5 months pregnant at that time. Love always. 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. My wife of 16 years wanted to leave me. 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 The son of the famous American romance writer Danielle Steel, Nick Traina's last name comes from his adoptive father, John Traina. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Jos Ropero, I am so sorry for your loss. She was 85, a native of Torbert, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge. 8:14 am, jose roperoMarch 4, 2011 What a beautiful tribute to your former husband, but more importantly, a beautiful tribute to a fine human being. 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. Traina was married for many years each to Fine Arts Museums' board President Dede Wilsey and best-selling author Danielle Steel. 5:35 pm, Michelle M.February 25, 2011 http://www.tj.org. he will live forever in my fond memories of him. My heart goes out to you for the endless effort you put forth on his behalf. There is always enough love to go around, but it is rare to find a family who embraces that love with the exes etc. Danielle Steel - Books, Movies & Children - Biography I just read about this. We were all just in Zihuatenejo for New Year's. You and I were expecting a baby in 1983 and we spoke once as you were looking fir a Nanny. Wonderful. He loved his dogs. 6:42 pm, Reshma KellyMay 27, 2013 Thank you for sharing your life with him to your readers. say is that the people who know you and are part of your life are very very Managed by: Taya T Thurman . My deepest sympathy to you and your family, Danielle. I obtained the original copy sans calendar, had it framed and dropped in to visit John with another gift. 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. I do pray that God will continue to keep you all in his care during this time. Don Cowan, thoroughly enjoyed the times he traveled with John, or ran into him and Danielle on Union Street where we lived. Though it feels like a part of you is missing and like there is a hole in your heart now, time does heal. 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. John Traina, philanthropist, vintner and world-renowned Faberg collector, died Tuesday in San Francisco of heart disease. 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. . He assured us he would be!! John had two adorable very young sons, Trevor and Todd, who were friends of my daughters and I knew well. I just completed reading His Bright Light about your son Nicky. Danielle Steele - Family, Family Tree - Celebrity Family - Celebfamily We were married for 17 years, and have been separated and divorced for 16 years. Sincerely,Carol kramer. 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). But to me it was like losing a parent because we lived with her. It was a love fest. We filled our house with love and light, music and laughter, and a lot of kids!!! You are so lucky to have been a big part of his life. Be well. Traina was the son of Danielle Steel and William George Toth. 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. You and your family are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. [1] Traina died by suicide by overdosing on lithium at the age of 19. 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. He was the adoptive father of the late Nick Traina. He was a really nice guy, who will be missed by so many. She said what a mistake she made and we have never looked back. I am glad I was able to reunite with Todd if only for a couple of hours. 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 Its powerfully rich and precious like the pictures on the back of my moms books and her dresses. Our deepest condolences to the entire Traina Family. Un abrazo afectuoso con toda castidad. It never dawned on me that I would be lucky enough to be in his life one day. . 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. He wouldnt like to see us crying, or sad. John and Fran were the sweetest, and more than neighbors. Marie Traina Obituary (2010) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune I was shocked to hear of Johns death, and thank you for writing this eloquent memoir. John A. Traina, Jr. (Sept. 26, 1931, to Feb. 1, 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. 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 am so sorry for the loss of a very handsome man. Catherine Bigelow is a freelance reporter-columnist-blogger who specializes in coverage about boldfaced names and A-List affairs. John Traina leaves a huge void in all your lives. We were not invited to the big reception at the Danelle Steel home that was once Adolph and Alma Sprekels Ive only known one other woman who still speaks lovingly about her ex-husband who died and it is so remarkable. I recently read your book and today I was looking for a way to comment on it. Over the years you have always demonstrated such grace when it comes to your family, and particularly when you spoke of John. What a wonderful story or warmth, love, without animosity due to a divorce. In the 21st century, it's not just urns and gravestones anymore. He was interested in conversations about new things and really seemed to enjoy the variety of life. 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. Death . In the foreword to his book, "The Faberg Case," Steel wrote, "The world needs its John Trainas.". Charlene Oakley. The thing I loved best about John is he was a straight shooter and good-natured - you have to be, with that many children. John was a great conversationalist, very well-read chap, and we discussed philosophy and politics. Giuseppe was born on June 24 1893, in Santa Marina Salina, Messina, Sicilia, Italy. Love, Lorraine. John Traina, in 1985 . Danielle, I love you and all your books. 21 books written by her have also provided inspiration for television adaptations. 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. John was elegant, possessed of impeccable manners and a very thoughtful friend. 1 of 6 John Traina at Lake Tahoe in 2010. The obituary was featured in St. Louis. Much love, To plant trees in memory, please visit the, In loving memory of our cousin from the La Volpe family, I was Mr. John Traina's fitness trainer in 93/ 94. John must have been a remarkable person and his passing leaves a large emptiness in the world. One of his best friends, Charlie Crocker, said simply, "He was a dear friend of 60 years' standing who will be much missed.". And then there was a big reception at my home, with music and laughter and people, which is exactly what John wanted. A memorial service will be held at The Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco, 94109, on Friday, 11 February, at 2:00pm. ", Matthew Kelly (longtime friend, business partner): "John and I had dinner most Mondays up in the country. 4:34 pm, Judith A. SeifriedMarch 30, 2011 That was admirable! 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. 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. Select the best result to find their address, phone number, relatives, and public records. 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. 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. 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. She married Claude-Eric Lazard in 1965, and divorced him in 1974 after several years of separation.