Obituary Fr. William J. Bichsel, S.J. Fr. William J. Bichsel, S.J. was born on May 26, 1928 in Tacoma, WA and passed away on February 28, 2015 also in Tacoma, WA. He was a tireless worker for peace and a compassionate friend to the poor. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Saturday, March 14, 2015 at 10:00am at St. Leo's Catholic Church (710 S. 13th St., Tacoma). A Rosary will be recited on Friday, March 13, 2015 at 7:00pm also at St. Leo's. Please leave online condolences at www.gaffneyfuneralhome.com. Arrangements by Gaffney Funeral Home, (253) 572-6003.