Baptist, Werner E., 84 of Wausau passed away peacefully July 15, 2014. He was born to Otto and Elizabeth (Bartz) Baptist on October 21, 1928. He is survived by his wife Theresa; sister, Anne Baptist; sisters-in-law, Beverly Baptist and Patricia Leiterman; brothers-in-law Adrian and James (Nancy) Leiterman as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by brothers, Rudy and Hans, also brother-in-law Richard Leiterman and sister-in-law Barbara Leiterman Werner server his country in the Army. Then was an auto repair mechanic for Harold Dawson, then drove armored car and finished his career at Wiremade as a manager. He spent his happy good natured retirement smelt fishing, rebuilding his motor home, stock car racing and playing pool. Mid-Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting family at this time. On-line condolences can be made at www.JJBFH.com