I am looking for any information on Richel surname. It was later spelled Ryhal. My gr. gr. gr. grandfather was William S. Richel b. 1818 and he lived in Springfield Twp., Mercer Co. I have been told the Richel's are German. But can find nothing on ships lists, naturalizations, etc. concerning this spelling. If anyone can help I would appreciate it. Linda Ryhal Mercer Co, Pa.