John William RISHEL 1759–1826
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2 researchers on YourRoots have John RISHEL in their family trees — each with their own records and documentation. Trace the migration path across 10 generations. If this ancestor is in your tree too, you can compare what you've found and fill in the gaps together.
Last updated: August 25, 2026 · Reliability: B — verified across 2 independent trees
Researchers connected through John RISHEL 1759–1826
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Immediate Family
Biography
In 1759, John William RISHEL entered the world in Macungie, Bucks, Pennsylvania, United States, born to johann michael hans rishel reuschle and catharina catherine steininger. John William RISHEL passed away in 1826 in Clearfield, Clearfield, Pennsylvania, United States.
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Life Timeline
Oldest Ancestor Line from John RISHEL
This ancestor line traces from Diessen, Gueudenstadt, Baden-Wuettemberg, Germany (1495) to Macungie, Northampton, Pennsylvania, USA (1759) across 10 generations.
Frequently Asked Questions
- John RISHEL (1759–1826) was born in Macungie, Bucks, Pennsylvania, United States and died in Clearfield, Clearfield, Pennsylvania, United States. 2 researchers on YourRoots have this ancestor in their family trees, each with their own records. This page combines what they've independently documented and assigns a Reliability Score (B) based on cross-tree validation.
- Right now, 2 researchers on YourRoots have John in their trees. They're working independently, so connecting with them is a good way to cross-check your records and find things you might have missed. You can also explore the ancestor migration map that traces 10 generations of this lineage geographically.
- It varies by researcher — some have census records, others have marriage certificates, parish registers, or family Bible entries. Scroll up to see exactly what each person has cited.
- Use the "Compare Tree" button on any researcher's profile above. You can compare your tree side by side with theirs, see where your records overlap or differ, and collaborate to fill gaps.
John RISHEL's Ancestors
Pedigree chart — 3 generations on record