Theresa Ann Baptist passed away on January 14, 2021 at her home in Wausau, WI.  She was 87 years old. Theresa was born in Antigo, WI on November 5, 1933.  She grew up on the family's dairy farm with her parents, Harvey and Loretta (Schisel) Leiterman and her three brothers, Richard Leitermann and Adrian (Bud) Leiterman, both deceased, and James (Jim) Leiterman now living in NH.  Theresa enjoyed playing cards with her family and friends in those early years.  She attended St John's Catholic School. Theresa married Werner Emil Baptist in February 1968.  They lived in Wausau, WI and were married for 46 years until Werner's death in 2014.  Theresa worked at Marathon Electric for over 30 years.  She was an avid fan of the Green Bay Packers and the Milwaukee Brewers.  Theresa listened to the games on the radio.  For many years she was legally blind and had a serious hearing problem, but she was determined to remain in her home until the end. Theresa had a keen interest in genealogy.  She had an amazing memory for dates and details regarding her family's history. Theresa was a parishioner of Saint Matthew Parish in Wausau.  In her later years it became difficult for her to carry on day-to-day tasks.  The family appreciates St. Matthew Parish, the communion Ministers, and various parishioners for visiting Theresa.  The family also thanks Don Kowalski for seeing to Theresa's day to day requests, for the last seven years, which allowed Theresa to remain in her home.  We know Theresa is at peace with the Lord and with her family and friends.  Theresa will be buried at a later date. John J. Buettgen Funeral Home is assisting family at this time.  Online condolences may be expressed at HonorOne.com