This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: stitchingmama Surnames: Russell, Ressell, Rissell Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/surnames.russell/6541.1.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: According to family stories with my father-in-law and his father, Willem Rissell or Ressell, arrived with his brother at Ellis Island in the early 1900's or possibly late 1800's. Willem was under 14 years old at that time. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.