My maternal great-grandmother, Justine Obrikat Mertinat, was very proud of her brother Franz. As it turns out, Franz was the first member of the family to emigrate to America. Consequently, he was instrumental in helping other relatives to relocate and pursue their dreams in the “land of opportunity.” Franz went on to become a prosperous furrier and later a stockbroker. Those of us who have benefited from his generosity and insight owe a great debt to Franz Obrikat. Below is some  information about Justine and Franz's family:

Father: Johann Christian Obrikat

      Born: Abt. 1806

      Married: June 05, 1844                            In: Kr. Gumbinnen, Praßlauken, East Prussia

      Died: August 18, 1867                              In: Kr. Gumbinnen, Praßlauken, East Prussia

      Mother: Charlotte Weller

      Born: Abt. 1816

      Died: January 25, 1877                              In: Kr. Gumbinnen, Praßlauken , East Prussia

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