Looking to share info on families of John W. and William Rayl, brothers who
were among the early settlers of Switzerland Co when it was still a part of the
Northwest Territory. Both were born in Fayette Co, PA. I have much on their
PA roots. Parents were William and Hannah (Mickle) Rayle of Fayette, Adams and
Chester Cos, PA. I have visited the farm of William and Hannah Rayle in
Fayette Co and have photos of it and their graves. Original emmigrant ancestor
believed to have come from England pre-1700.
I'm especially interested in locating graves of John W. and William (and
families) in Switzerland Co. One daughter of William, Elizabeth Rayl Land, is
buried in Old Bethel Cemetery. I know there are living descendants in Switzerland
Co; also in Tipton and Howard Cos, IN. I plan another visit to Vevay and the
county courthouse again this week. Can anyone help with locations or
information before I go?
Eleanor Rayl