Cesar Barone was born Adolph James Rode on December 4, 1960, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. He had a difficult childhood with a troubled family life. His parents divorced when he was young, and he lived with his mother, who struggled to provide a stable home environment.

Barone had problems at school and was often in trouble. He was known for being disruptive and had a hard time making friends. His behavior led to frequent conflicts with teachers and classmates. Despite his intelligence, he failed to achieve much academically.

As a teenager, Barone's behavior became more erratic and violent. He started committing petty crimes, which escalated to more serious offenses. 

Cesar Barone, born Adolph James Rode, was a serial killer active in Oregon during the early 1990s. His criminal activities included a series of brutal murders, mainly targeting women. Barone's victims were often elderly or vulnerable, and he would break into their homes, assault, and strangle them.

Barone's crime spree was marked by extreme violence and a lack of remorse. He killed at least four women, creating a wave of fear in the community. His ability to evade capture for a time added to the terror he inflicted on his victims and their families.

Barone was finally arrested in 1993 after being linked to the murders through forensic evidence. During his trial, his past criminal behavior, including previous convictions for rape and assault, painted a clear picture of a dangerous and violent individual. He was convicted of multiple murders and sentenced to death. Cesar Barone spent the remainder of his life on death row. On December 24, 2009, he died in prison from natural causes.