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Jeanette Longoria was born on March 8, 1927 and died peacefully at home surrounded by her children on November 26, 2022. Born Jeanette Herrmann, she lived with her German American family in the now historical Herrmann House which still stands on the grounds of the HemisFair Park. Jeanette attended the University of Texas and was a drama major. During WWII, she sang and danced at various military events where her mother would accompany her on piano. Turning down a contract from MGM Studios, she remained in Texas and divided her time between homes in San Antonio, Mexico City, and New York City. First married to gas and oilman Morris D. Jaffe and then to Mexican Industrialist Octaviano “Chito” Longoria, Jeanette worked tirelessly supporting a wide range of causes including spearheading the initial fundraising to build the Santa Rosa Children’s Hospital in San Antonio. She earned a myriad of titles and acclamations throughout her life and was appointed the Honorary Consul General to the Kingdom of Morocco for the government of Mexico. Morocco captivated Jeanette and she held a special affinity for its vibrant culture and dazzling landscapes, resulting in a long-standing friendship with the Moroccan Royal Family. She had friends from all walks of life and was known as a consummate hostess for her glamorous parties that included royalty, heads of state, artists, and celebrities. Jeanette lived her life with boundless energy and delighted everyone she met with her unique ability to make those around her feel special. Jeanette Longoria is survived by her younger brothers Ronald Joseph Herrmann (Karen) and Albert Don Herrmann (Imogene, deceased); seven children: Jenifer Jaffe Gutmann (Max), Judy Jaffe Barnes (Tucker), Morris Douglas Jaffe, Jr., (Nikki), Jeffrey Hermann Jaffe (Eugie), Jana Stadler Jaffe (Greg), Jolie Jaffe Berndt (David), and Jeanette Francesca Longoria; 13 grandchildren, and 14 Great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her sister, Ayleen Herrmann Radke. The family would like to give special thanks to Eduardo Hernandez for being Mrs. Longoria’s loyal House Manager and Personal Assistant for eleven years and to her Personal Secretary of thirty-two years, Linda Blount. They would also like to acknowledge and thank her dedicated team of caregivers: Maria Valenzuela, Juanita Flores, Bertha Mazuca, and Gloria Gomez. A Private Service will be held for immediate family at Horseshoe Bay Resort. In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in Jeanette’s honor to The Children’s Hospital of San Antonio at https://www.childrenshospitalsafoundation.org/donate/

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Jeanette Herrmann Jaffe Longoria

March 8, 1927 - November 26, 2022