Matthias Rauber Born: 17 October 1702 Linden, Duchy of Lorraine Died: 04 April 1781 Gronig, Schaumburg District, France

Matthias was the fourth of nine children of Stephan Rawer and Anna Backes.

He was a farmer and a church councilman in Gronig, which is now part of Oberthal. The coat of arms of Oberthal is shown here.

Matthias first married Anna Maria Funck before 1724, possibly in Bliesen.

In 1724, Matthias and Anna had a child:

1. Maria (b. 7 Apr 1724)
   

Matthias remarried to Katharina Schneider on 22 November 1729, possibly in Bliesen.

In 1730 and 1732, Matthias and Katharina had two children, including Johanna Rauber.

Matthias died at age 78.