He sounded good. What a beautiful tribute to your former husband, but more importantly, a beautiful tribute to a fine human being. 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. One doesnt hear that from ex-wives very often and it was touching to read. He enjoyed a long and respected career in shipping (American President Lines, Grace Lines, Prudential Lines, Delta Lines) and was among the first to start cruises into China. It was the most moving and touching book Ive ever read. I drove a Studebaker Avanti that had this glove compartment with a pop-up compact. You and your family are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. He was a really nice guy, who will be missed by so many. 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. At such a small age, he had already become an established singer, and was the lead singer for Link 80 and punk. 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. 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. 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 used drugs, but what wasn't immediately. I am so sorry to hear about your husbands passing away, who was such a wonderful and delightful human being to you and your children. Its powerfully rich and precious like the pictures on the back of my moms books and her dresses. I was born in San Francisco and now live in Florida. Two of them have even received nominations in the Golden Globe awards. He attended local schools and graduated from Stanford University before building a career. I was planning to visit him with Judy again, when I read the shoking news by way of a one day 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 . We were married for 17 years, and have been separated and divorced for 16 years. 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). With Sympathy and Admiration for your Writings! 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. 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. He was the stepfather of Beatrix Lazard Seidenberg. Im glad sincere persons like this still exist. 6:37 am, Shawn DeCosteAugust 6, 2017 Steele frequently travels between San Francisco and Paris, and still uses a typewriter to write her manuscripts. And I took a photo of John in front of the home/firehouse next to his antique fire engine. Wonderful. time out to read more as the day goes on. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. 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. John was wearing a Union Officers uniform and looked incredibly dashing. From what you shared, it sounds like John was one hell of a good man; may his soul R.I.P. He had only praise for you and John as parents, and I was very glad to hear it. 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. A memorial service will be held at The Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco, 94109, on Friday, 11 February, at 2:00pm. I am a very very big fan of yours and have been reading and collecting each book when it comes out. One or more of her novels appear on the New York Times Bestseller list consecutively since 1981, which is a Guinness world record in itself. Toth was a heroin addict and burglar himself, and his son Nicholas was also a drug addict and suffering from bipolar disorder. ", "John was worldly, loved pranks and making me laugh. [] de Steele. 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. And John was truly the handsomest man I have ever known, and was until the day he died, and a kind one. 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. Please accept my sympathies and I know that you and your family still miss him so much! She was marrying someone else, John was alone and I was amazed that he invited me out. I am so sorry to hear you lost him. Thank you for writing Nickys story, as it may help another family understand what to look for early in a childs life, and perhaps be able to get help sooner and save a life. He had moved back into my house during chemo, so he would be more comfortable and could be near to our children. She had met Danny Zugelder while interviewing a prisoner, whom she married in the prison canteen in 1975. "I try to find comfort that, with time, you get past what you no longer have and appreciate what you did. Together, they raised eight children before they, too, divorced after 15 years. 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. We both think that your professional life is astounding and your private life is to be admired. A big hug with all chastity Its amazing that all the years past and the pain is as real as it ever was. He was a longtime shipping line executive, first running the passenger division of American President Lines, then working for Prudential Cruises and Grace Cruises. And it was a whirlwind romance. 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. Un abrazo afectuoso con toda castidad. Mr. Traina was well-loved for his elan, his conversation and the ease at which he put people in social gatherings. He was a remarkably kind, patient, easy going man, had the perfect personality to be the father of so many children. He immediately struck up a conversation and we quickly discovered we shared a lot of interests including a love of the shipping industry. John was fun to be with, always full of life. We rode the bus together every day for a year. There is always enough love to go around, but it is rare to find a family who embraces that love with the exes etc. Whether riding a tractor in his Napa vineyard, dining with Sophia Loren and members of the Russian National Orchestra, or making college visits with his children, John Traina made his endeavors seem elegant and effortless. John Traina passed away in St. Louis, Missouri. Genealogy profile for John Traina. 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. 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. He was a truly lovely person, in many many ways. He was such a fun man and always, always, put his children first. My heart breaks for them, even 2+ years later. I am sorry for your loss of a loved one. I am sure your family will find Mr. Trainas mark in many things they do. He was totally unflappable, nothing ever bothered him, and I can hardly ever remember seeing him angry. 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. Gaelle was sooo real! She began her newspaper career at The San Francisco Chronicle in 1995 as an editorial assistant to the features department's editor and columnists. Grief researchers say holding that missing funeral service, even a year or more later, can still help us heal. John A. Traina, Jr. (26 September 1931 1 February 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. Since then, she has worked for the Sunday Style and Datebook sections, covering gala night openings and writing trend pieces. 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 10:14 am, Jan FisherMarch 15, 2011 He loved his dogs. [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 . THERESA TRAINA OBITUARY. Godbless. Be well. One of his best friends, Charlie Crocker, said simply, "He was a dear friend of 60 years' standing who will be much missed.". John Traina - S.F. Catherine left The Chronicle in 2007 but continues to write features for the paper and a twice-weekly society column. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. I am so sorry to hear of your ex-husbands passing. 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. He was married to each for 17 years. He was the stepfather of Beatrix Lazard Seidenberg. I read it through and found this to be truly a love story. I worked in Mr. Trainas house for a short time. He joined Link 80 at age 16 and played with them for three years, touring extensively. "When I met John, I was an insignificant, boring young woman who only knew guys my own age who jerked me around. I met John at a Gone with the Wind costume party given by friends at their country home. Steele publishes several books every year, and works on at least 5 writing projects at a time. Sounds like he was a great husband & father to all. Charlene Oakley. 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. 6:07 am, diana podowskiJune 9, 2015 A handsome, elegant man, impeccably groomed, with a radiant smile. Drew Altizer/SFWIRE Show More Show Less 2 of 6 From left Todd Traina, Katie Traina, Dede Wilsey, John Traina, Alexis Swanson, and Trevor Traina, attend . What impressed me was the fact that he continued to share holidays with his children in spite of being divorced. Average Age & Life Expectancy 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 really felt his spirit through the book you wrote about your son, and you looked so wonderful together in photos. 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. I pick up the phone to call but no one answers. Growing up on the Court was like having the biggest extended family ever. 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. 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. Dear Mrs. Steel I just read your kind and heartwarming life of your late husband Last Known Residence . "You'd have to go to Kuwait to find a man with a better entourage of wives and children - they loved him, and he loved them," said Trevor Traina, an Internet entrepreneur who was close to his father. I am sorry for the loss of a very special person in your life and children. I don't remember any scene in any place where he wasn't anything but composure and elegance personified," Trevor Traina said. And for a long time after, I wished I could meet a man like him. John and Fran were the sweetest, and more than neighbors. Continue to trust in the Lord, and he will be with you every step of the way until you meet your beloved family member again. His present to us was a lovely crystal bowl which I have always treasured. 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. Mr. Traina. 7:43 pm, John TrainaAugust 2, 2013 It sounds like he led a wonderfully fulfilling He was the adoptive father of the late Nick Traina. He assured us he would be!! Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and your children during this difficult time. 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. Really and truly touched by your amazing story, its like a fairytale story itself . You wrote about him so beautifully. Love to all . We know that John E Traina had been residing in Newport News, Newport News City County, Virginia 23607. The death of my son Nicky was their first big loss. It was the kindest offer, and I've regretted my immaturity in declining the offer ever since. And he was the grandfather of Johnny and Delphina Traina, Daisy Traina, and Sebastian and Isabel Seidenberg. (((((HUGS)))). I learned alot from him. We were all just in Zihuatenejo for New Year's. He would have hated to be diminished, old and sick. In 1953, I was waiting for the Sacramento Street bus on the corner of Sacramento and Buchanan.