Johannes Frantz Born: 1739 (possibly) Bliesen, Duchy of Lorraine Died: 10 September 1813 (probably) Bliesen, Department of the Moselle, France

Johannes' parentage and place of origin are unknown.

He worked as a farmer and as a tanner.

Johannes married Maria Gillen before 1773, possibly in Bliesen. The coat of arms of the village is shown here.

Between 1773 and 1789, Johannes and Maria had seven children, including Elisabeth Frantz.

Their children were born in Bliesen, so the family lived there during that period.

Johannes died at age 74.