Johann Jacob Gillen Born: before 1730 Hofeld, Duchy of Lorraine Died: before 1778 (probably) Bliesen, Schaumburg District, France

Johann was born in Hofeld. His parentage is unknown.

Johann married Catharina Klein on 27 January 1750 in St. Wendel. The coat of arms of the city is shown here.

Between 1750 and 1763, Johann and Catharina had seven children, including Maria Frantz and Johannes Gillen.

Johann's children were all born in Bliesen, so the family lived there during that period.