John Shoal 1820-1888 and wife Catharine 1818- 1889 had a son Jacob 1859-1932 who was my GF. Jacob Shoal and Jane (Sharp) Shoal had 3 childern all born near Grand Ledge Michigan : John R Shoal 1884- 1968 ( my father) ; Albert J Shoal 1886 -19?? : Mable J (Shoal) Hurni 18?? - 19?? . I am anxious to share info on these people and would like to hear from others who have information on the rare surname Shoal. John Jacob Shoal 1930 - 20??