Perkins himself is an American entrepreneur, and one of the co-founders of Kleiner Perkins Caufield & Byers, a venture capital firm. My deepest sympathy to everyone. He was kind to me, and to my sons, Carlo and Edoardo. 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. But, what a life he lived! 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). John was elegant, possessed of impeccable manners and a very thoughtful friend. 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. Although you were no longer married, it is remarkable how you both remained close friends and beloved parents to all your children. 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. Much love to you and your family. We were married for 17 years, and have been separated and divorced for 16 years. Love you DS. R.I.P John Traina you will be missed by many. My deepest condolences to the Traina family. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. That was very nice. I am glad I was able to reunite with Todd if only for a couple of hours. John was a man of a thousand interests, always fascinated by a variety of topics. [4] A year after parting from Traina in 1980, she married the dairy product mogul [7] and real estate developer [8] Al Wilsey, [9] [10] who had recently divorced his third wife, a friend of . Your children are very blessed to have you and each other that they can lean on during this time. At long last, Danielle Steel talks - New York Daily News 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. John Traina Obituary - Death Notice and Service Information - Legacy.com But I do believe that you are very fortunate to have had this time with this obviously wonderful man. 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. It's surprising how much a musical selection can affect mourning. She married Claude-Eric Lazard in 1965, and divorced him in 1974 after several years of separation. It never dawned on me that I would be lucky enough to be in his life one day. I feel really devastated for you and your children and I hope you find the strength to make it through this very difficult time. I was looking for a list of your books so that I can purchase to read. On a drive to my family's place in Newport during our courtship, we stopped for lunch at a Howard Johnson's. Danielle Steel - Wikipedia it impossible to put one of your books down for too long without taking a little I learned alot from him. Nick Traina - Wikipedia Still later my love of my life, Judy OConnor and I were invited to his Fourth of July picnic 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. Hello Ms. Danielle Steel I am sorry for your loss With heartfelt condolences to you and your family. And it says a lot about a man to be mourned by many children and two wives. Last Known Residence . 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. Scottsdale Obituaries | Local Obits for Scottsdale, AZ - Legacy.com In 1981 he married Steel, becoming father to her children, Beatrix Seidenberg and the late Nick Traina. Janet. 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. 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. Ever! Thank you for sharing so intimately with us. For those who knew Mr. Traina, his death came as a blow. 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 looked up and there was John, dazzlingly handsome. What impressed me was the fact that he continued to share holidays with his children in spite of being divorced. 26 September 1931 1 February 2011. 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. And he was the grandfather of Johnny and Delphina Traina, Daisy Traina, and Sebastian and Isabel Seidenberg. http://www.tj.org. What 78 year old man do you know who looks like that? He is also survived by two ex-wives Diane "Dede" Buchanan Wilsey, and Danielle Steel. JOSEPH TRAINA OBITUARY. If you would like to make a comment, please fill out the form below. Login or Sign-up to show all important data, death records and obituaries absolutely for free! Toth was a heroin addict and burglar himself, and his son Nicholas was also a drug addict and suffering from bipolar disorder. He was the last of the originals on Tedmar Court. To you and your family, my deepest sympathy and my thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Send simple, comforting meals with Home Chef. Published by San Francisco Chronicle from Feb. 4 to Feb. 6, 2011. It sounds like he led a wonderfully fulfilling JOHN TRAINA Obituary (2018) - Silver Spring, MD - The Washington Post 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. Remember that God is a living god and not for the dead because they all live in his memory until the day of resurrection. Thank you for all your sharing with us, your readers. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph John Traina Sr. to show support. 5:35 pm, Michelle M.February 25, 2011 John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 - 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. 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. In 2003, Steele opened the Steele Gallery in San Francisco, an art gallery exhibiting sculptures and paintings from emerging artists. John Traina Obituary (2003) - St. Petersburg, Florida - Tampa Bay Times I would love to read that one?? My sympathies are with you and your family. Hoover in port at Yokohama, when I was stationed at a Naval Air Facility in Oppama, Japan during Korean Service in 1954-1955. Ike a great marriage, what a family, I hope you find happy ness you deserve it! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. God Bless you and keep you in his loving arms. He would have hated to be diminished, old and sick. 4:06 am, Tara EvansApril 11, 2011 She had met Danny Zugelder while interviewing a prisoner, whom she married in the prison canteen in 1975. John Traina, philanthropist, vintner and world-renowned Faberg collector, died Tuesday in San Francisco of heart disease. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. Sincerely, Shortly thereafter I took my nearly 100 year old Mother, Helen, for a visit in the Napa Valley. John E Traina was born on May 4, 1935. Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you. He was impeccable, perfect, beautiful, and he had a knack for spreading beauty around him. John Traina sounded like an amazing person. The well-heeled man-about-town was a highly regarded figure in San Francisco society, which reeled at the news of his death. The photo was left with the maid. [1] Traina died by suicide by overdosing on lithium at the age of 19. Chanel hosted a glittering party for more than 300 guests, for the re-opening of its remodeled Union Square boutique, on Nov. 19, 2009. So sorry to hear about your father's death. 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. 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. 6:10 pm, Mike ReidAugust 14, 2012 I would love to see you write a story of the wonderful relationship and memories of John and your family. His exit was as elegant as he was..he danced on, leaving us with all the happy memories of the wonderful times we shared. 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. "I try to find comfort that, with time, you get past what you no longer have and appreciate what you did. First i would like to convey my condolences to you and the family if I have learned anything from this is that things happen for a reason and there is no running away from it whether its good or bad what it is youve always inspired me to be myself and do what is right from all the books that i have read of yours but the most moving book of them all is about your son Nick and the life which he had with you and your husband if there is anything i would want to be in life it would have to be a life of writing and what my inner thought bring and make them come to life.. You certainly have a way with words and you described him with such detail. My sincere, heartfelt condolences to the Traina family.Bill McDermott. The son of the famous American romance writer Danielle Steel, Nick Traina's last name comes from his adoptive father, John Traina. The world, and surely our world, will be a sadder place without him. Me??? my wife came back,..before then I didnt know where to turn. Danielle Steel: In spite of their almost 20-year age difference, Steel was dazzled by Traina. Two of them have even received nominations in the Golden Globe awards. I was 23, fresh out of college in Washington State, and working for American President Lines. I was planning to visit him with Judy again, when I read the shoking news by way of a one day His Bright Light: The Story of Nick Traina - Psychiatric Services She was 8.5 months pregnant at that time. The thing I loved best about John is he was a straight shooter and good-natured - you have to be, with that many children. This year will mark the 25 anniversary oft mothers death. At such a small age, he had already become an established singer, and was the lead singer for Link 80 and punk. But he was extremely sentimental, too. Love always. He looks so young. And we were married in June. John Traina. 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 From what you shared, it sounds like John was one hell of a good man; may his soul R.I.P. article in the In Memory Column of the S.F. I was born in San Francisco and now live in Florida. And we believed it too. Dearest Danielle , 6:42 pm, Reshma KellyMay 27, 2013 With Wilsey, he was father to Trevor and Todd Traina and grandfather to Daisy, Johnny and Delphina. Dear Danielle, I worked for the Trains for 13 months when Trevor and Todd were 2 and 3 years old. Managed by: Taya T Thurman . Joseph John Traina Sr. Obituary It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joseph John Traina Sr. of Lebanon, Pennsylvania, who passed away on June 27, 2022, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. "When I met John, I was an insignificant, boring young woman who only knew guys my own age who jerked me around. We know that John E Traina had been residing in Newport News, Newport News City County, Virginia 23607. John Traina - Historical records and family trees - MyHeritage If youre in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist. Traina even adopted her son Nicholas she had from Toth. Be well. "John was so handsome, so charming, so nice. His Bright Light is a tragic love story whose principals are a mother and her son. May God bless you and yours. PS I just read The Award and cried my eyes out! And then there was a big reception at my home, with music and laughter and people, which is exactly what John wanted. We rode the bus together every day for a year. He was nearly 80, and looked barely sixty (I will enclose his obituary here, and the photo attached is not an old one, it is from only last year. 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. THERESA TRAINA OBITUARY. 7:43 pm, John TrainaAugust 2, 2013 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. 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. For John Traina, a life well-lived - SFGATE He attended local schools and graduated from Stanford University before building a career. We had drinks together a time or twobut always just as good friends. 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. Suzie Orrill. He was a remarkably kind, patient, easy going man, had the perfect personality to be the father of so many children. Your blog was beautifully written and is a magnificent testimonial to the father of your children, and also to a man who was also your dear friend. Toth was a heroin addict and burglar himself, and his son Nicholas was also a drug addict and suffering from bipolar disorder. 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). John E Traina (1935 - 2010) - Newport News, VA Danielle Steel Says Biography Wrecked Her Marriage - SFGATE He was a founding editor of The Paris Review . Its amazing how often I think of him. We didnt have a chance to get her the help she needed and a beautiful life was wasted. Children he was a good man and father [2] Career [ edit] Traina started his first band, Shanker, at age 13 with Max Leavitt. Passed away in San Francisco. The death of my son Nicky was their first big loss. This memorial website was created in memory of John Traina, 87, born on September 26, 1909 and passed away on February 2, 1997. They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel. 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 . 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. (((((HUGS)))). What a warm, kind and loving man. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. I learnedlater the children all wanted the photo in their rooms. He was planning to have a minor procedure right before Thanksgiving, or right after, and in the blood work, they discovered something amiss, and ran some tests. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. She began her newspaper career at The San Francisco Chronicle in 1995 as an editorial assistant to the features department's editor and columnists. Steele frequently travels between San Francisco and Paris, and still uses a typewriter to write her manuscripts. A handsome, elegant man, impeccably groomed, with a radiant smile. What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative? Traina [], [] buenos amigos de Steele. 1:40 pm, Victor GentileApril 4, 2013 What a beautiful love story that you have shared. 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? I never felt so lucky in my life. 8:14 am, jose roperoMarch 4, 2011 Twelve years later she had son Nick with Bill Toth. 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. Unfortunately, they both could not spend a lifetime together, and both got divorced in 2002. He was so amazed by them and excited to watch their pursuits in life. John and I went to Lowell Hight School together. I appreciated his positive spirit just. Mansion on Washing St.,which you can see in the Frank Sinatra movie,Pal Joey 1957 (DVD 2005). While Steele tried everything to give proper medical assistance to her son, Traina died of morphine overdose at the age of 19. Sounds like he was a great husband & father to all. S que usted tiene fuerza para sobrellevar todo, pero quisiera compartir con usted la lectura del folleto CUANDO MUERE UN SER QUERIDO de los Testigos de Jehov. 9:03 am, Suzie OrrillJuly 9, 2013 I drove a Studebaker Avanti that had this glove compartment with a pop-up compact. 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. We fell in love with each other very quickly. Updated: June 21, 2016 . He assured us he would be!! John was a great conversationalist, very well-read chap, and we discussed philosophy and politics. God bless all of you. Together they had Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa, Maxx and Zara. John Traina Wiki, Biography, Net Worth, Age, Family, Facts and More Mr. Traina was hospitalized for heart pains over the weekend and again Monday morning after suffering a heart attack. My heart goes out to you for the endless effort you put forth on his behalf. Share Your Memories and Sympathies and Join the Bereaved! 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. John and Fran were the sweetest, and more than neighbors. It was the kindest offer, and I've regretted my immaturity in declining the offer ever since. Over the years I saw John when he was a purser on the American President Line U.S.S. She was 85, a native of Torbert, LA and a resident of Baton Rouge. I met John at a Gone with the Wind costume party given by friends at their country home. I am very proud to find that they will be entering the diplomatic corps. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. 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. God Bless, he will always be here with you and your family, because he was such a big part of it. The perpetually tanned and relaxed-looking gentleman exuded a Cary Grant-like star quality. I have one of his books, as a memento of a wonderful and surely not to be forgotten human being. 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. he will live forever in my fond memories of him. Recently the boys had it detailed. 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 sounds like a man who added a lot to life. I am so sorry to hear of your ex-husbands passing. 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. I would love to meet you one day and that would be a dream come true for me As we left, John placed a hotel sticker on the compact, 'Now you'll always remember our lunch.' They got divorced in 1978, but their relationship inspired Steele to write Now & Forever and Passions Promise. The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards. And after 17 years, with great sadness, we parted ways, but we remained very close. That has got to be so hard for your children in their 20s to have lost such a special father. Death: Immediate Family: Son of Thomas Traina and Carmella Husband of Private and Private Father of Private Brother of Private; Private and Private . You and I were expecting a baby in 1983 and we spoke once as you were looking fir a Nanny. Genealogy profile for John Traina. I am sorry for Danielle and her children. 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. 11:00 am, Yoko YanariMay 19, 2011 A memorial service will be held at The Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco, 94109, on Friday, 11 February, at 2:00pm. He joined Link 80 at age 16 and played with them for three years, touring extensively. He suffered from heart trouble in recent years and had been diagnosed with leukemia recently. And for a long time after, I wished I could meet a man like him. 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.
