Theodore Haudenschild

On January 9, 1987, Theodore Haudenschild, a 27-year-old resident of Barberton, Ohio, was found dead in his own bar, located on 2nd Street NW. The gruesome scene was discovered by an employee in the early morning hours. Haudenschild had suffered five stab wounds along with blunt force trauma to his head, leading to his untimely death. He was well known in the community, being the manager of the establishment where he was found, and was previously employed at Ohio Brass Company for seven years.

Despite thorough investigations, Haudenschild's case remains unsolved, and it has since been highlighted by the Ohio Attorney General's Office as part of ongoing efforts to solve cold cases. The Barberton Police Department has urged anyone with information to come forward, hoping for new leads that could help bring closure to this tragedy. This case, like many other unsolved homicides from that era, underscores the challenges faced by law enforcement in solving violent crimes without sufficient evidence or witnesses. Haudenschild’s death remains a cold case, but local authorities and state investigators continue their efforts to find justice for him.

The community’s help is still being sought to provide any leads that could potentially solve the case. This tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community collaboration in solving unsolved homicides and supporting victims' families in their search for justice.