My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. He made everyone feel special, and I felt like a fairy princess, Cinderella, when I was with him. I learnedlater the children all wanted the photo in their rooms. We both feel for your loss as we have both lost sons. 7:43 pm, John TrainaAugust 2, 2013 He left quickly and elegantly, leaving our entire family to mourn him, bereft to have lost such a lovely man. Thank you for sharing both your sadness and joy. 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. 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. Thanks for sharing all this. John Traina - S.F. And I took a photo of John in front of the home/firehouse next to his antique fire engine. 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. 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. 8:54 am, Michele RicardApril 23, 2017 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. He must have been an extra ordinary man and the way you described him JOHN TRAINA OBITUARY 26 September 1931 - 1 February 2011. 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). And we were married in June. With love, I very much related to your book about your son Nick. I have always been a fan of your novels and contacting someone of your renown is something I have never done before. Love you DS. He sounded good. I will say many prayers for you. 6:42 pm, Reshma KellyMay 27, 2013 I learned alot from him. 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. What 78 year old man do you know who looks like that? He had moved back into my house during chemo, so he would be more comfortable and could be near to our children. I worked in Mr. Trainas house for a short time. Funeral Home Services for John are being provided by Kutis Funeral Home, Inc, Affton Chapel. 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. John Traina adopted both children upon marrying Steel, and they went on to have kids Maxx, Trevor, Todd, Samantha, Victoria, Vanessa and Zara . My condolences to his entire family. Mr. Traina was well-loved for his elan, his conversation and the ease at which he put people in social gatherings. 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. The family requests that memorials be contributions to the California Historical Society, 678 Mission Street, San Francisco, 94105, or The Nick Traina Foundation, P.O. after I left in 1969. His loss will be felt by all for a long, long time. Beloved father and grandfather, notable society figure, entrepreneur, civic leader and San. 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. We lost the head of our family last year. Our deepest sympathies during your time of loss Kathy Hunt Gordon. Hed had some heart problems in recent years, but managed them responsibly, and continued living a great life. Dear Danielle, I worked for the Trains for 13 months when Trevor and Todd were 2 and 3 years old. John was fun to be with, always full of life. Shortly thereafter I took my nearly 100 year old Mother, Helen, for a visit in the Napa Valley. John Traina. And we believed it too. 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 . time out to read more as the day goes on. What a beautiful tribute to your former husband, but more importantly, a beautiful tribute to a fine human being. 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. He is also survived by a sister, Marisa Traina Hahn, three nephews and a niece. He was so amazed by them and excited to watch their pursuits in life. I feel for your children, particularly the one who cried in the hospital. article in the In Memory Column of the S.F. She became a features reporter in 1999 and was assigned the society column in 2004. Early life [ edit] Train was born on the Upper East Side of Manhattan to Helen Coster Gerard and Arthur Train. fortunate. Since then, she has worked for the Sunday Style and Datebook sections, covering gala night openings and writing trend pieces. His Bright Light is a tragic love story whose principals are a mother and her son. Your novels are the BEST!! THERESA TRAINA OBITUARY. Debbie Banahan Our first date was lunch on New Years Day. 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. MARIE TRAINA OBITUARY. RIP Mr. John Traina. He has missed Fran so much. I read it through and found this to be truly a love story. He was such a fun man and always, always, put his children first. Even this couple divorced in 1998, and she married Thomas Perkins for the 5th time. Keeping his memory alive will not only comfort you, but will keep him with you for many years to come. John was elegant, possessed of impeccable manners and a very thoughtful friend. He looks so young. They got divorced in 1978, but their relationship inspired Steele to write Now & Forever and Passions Promise. He attended local schools and graduated from Stanford University before building a career. born in Vienna Austria a city that I truly love. he will live forever in my fond memories of him. What a warm. I find Her first husband was steamship executive John Traina, whom she met in her hometown of. I am a very very big fan of yours and have been reading and collecting each book when it comes out. John E Traina John . It was a love fest. We didnt have a chance to get her the help she needed and a beautiful life was wasted. John Traina sounded like an amazing person. I had my daughter Beatrix, and my son Nick was a baby (whom John adopted once we were married). I also want to thank you for years of enjoyment while reading your books. Jos Ropero, I am so sorry for your loss. Children he was a good man and father 8:27 am, KimberlyFebruary 25, 2011 John A. Traina, Jr. (Sept. 26, 1931, to Feb. 1, 2011) passed away last Tuesday in San Francisco. John Traina passed away at age 79 years old on April 1, 1999, and was buried at Calverton National Cemetery Section 26 Site 718 210 Princeton Boulevard - Rt 25, in Calverton, New York. What a wonderful person you danielle few people are so grateful these days no you are so creative having such a husband beside you. I will miss him. R.I.P John Traina you will be missed by many. Over the years I saw John when he was a purser on the American President Line U.S.S. John Traina passed away in St. Louis, Missouri. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Be well. Our lunches on the veranda of his beautiful home reminded me of Italy. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. When John moved to the 3022 Washington St. Firehouse, I visited him again with photos. Mr. Traina then wed best-selling author Danielle Steel. 7:00 pm, Carrie (Rosenfeld) van de VenJanuary 1, 2014 We would leave for the weekends with 9 kids, a mountain of suitcases, three young women to help us, 8 dogs, a pet pig (who was supposed never to grow bigger than 30 pounds and weighed 200 and was a most uncharming pet named Coco!!! Still to this day something will happen that I want to share and I will think Ill call Mom. She has also been involved in a number of mental illness treatment activities. 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. say is that the people who know you and are part of your life are very very It sounds like he led a wonderfully fulfilling (Juan 5:28,29) 3:41 pm, nicki mccombieMarch 23, 2011 Love, Lorraine. I met up with Todd in Hollywood after he was grown, and we went shopping and had a hilarious time together. TRAINA, John G., 95, of Blairsville, Ga., formerly of Tampa, Fla., passed away on Monday, Nov. 17, 2003 in the Union General Hospital following an extended illness. The family requests that memorials be contributions to the California Historical Society, 678 Mission Street, San Francisco, 94105, or The Nick Traina Foundation, P.O. 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. And I reminded them, 'Don't let anyone touch John's Howard Johnson's sticker.' You have funeral questions, we have answers. 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 . As the years went on I visited his first home with Danelle Steel on Jackson St. to give then a framed enlargement of the 1934 photo in the tub at Clear Lake. Ironically, my first law firm, Low, Ball and Lynch moved there from the Alcoa Bldg. A memorial service will be held at The Maritime Museum, 900 Beach Street, San Francisco, 94109, on Friday, 11 February, at 2:00pm. 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 your family are definitely in my thoughts and prayers. My sympathies are with you and your family. He was 79. To lose a parent was the hardest thing I have ever had to endure. Jack Traina, of Ridgewood, New Jersey, passed away Tuesday August 7, 2018. You are truly amazing and so talented. I was so saddened by the news of his passing. Unless you are experienced as an estate executor, you probably should hire an attorney. After they divorced, she married real estate magnate Al Wilsey. I am glad I was able to reunite with Todd if only for a couple of hours. 8:51 am, Debbie BanahanMarch 22, 2017 John was all about living life, without regrets, without tears, without fears. For some people, the best send-off is one that they would have loved to attendthemselves: a big party. It was my pleasure to have this time with him. I am so sorry for his familywhat a terrible loss. 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. Thank you for sharing all that. Updated: June 21, 2016 . John gathered around him the most interesting people, who all shared his joy for life and his devotion to family and friends. He was like Prince Charming and he remained our Prince Charming. 12:30 pm, jose roperoMarch 4, 2011 Love to all . All of our children were with him, and sadly I was in Paris, but spoke to him the night before, when he still assured me he was fine. 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 I am so sorry to read about your loss. From what you shared, it sounds like John was one hell of a good man; may his soul R.I.P. P.S. He carried himself with a graceful presence on and off the field. I am sure your family will find Mr. Trainas mark in many things they do. John is missed, all my prayers and thoughts for his family. Home. 6:26 am, Rosa RodriguezFebruary 25, 2011 He was a founding editor of The Paris Review . 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. He was truly blessed to have you as his mother. 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. 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. John Traina is a member of famous Spouse list. I just completed reading His Bright Light about your son Nicky. One doesnt forget a good friend though. It never dawned on me that I would be lucky enough to be in his life one day. 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.