Homicide Report > Jose Celeridad, 42
Jose Celeridad, 42
Died Jan. 1, 2011
Jose Celeridad, a 42-year-old Latino, was shot and killed Saturday, Jan. 1, in the 500 block of West Olive Street in Inglewood, according to Los Angeles County coroner's records.
Celeridad had emerged from his vehicle about 11:17 a.m. when another vehicle — described as a dark-colored Ford pickup truck with two men inside — stopped nearby, according to Inglewood police.
The driver of the pickup got out, fired a handgun multiple times at Celeridad, then got back into the truck and drove away, police said.
Celeridad was pronounced dead at a hospital.
The shooting is believed to be gang-related.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Inglewood Police Department at (310) 412-5246.
A friend of the victim's who contacted Homicide Report said Celeridad had turned his life around, staying drug free and out of trouble for well over a year.
"After his last release from jail something changed in Jose for the better, maybe he just had enough of giving up his freedom, we will never know now that he has been taken away from us. Whatever the reason may have been, Jose made a complete change in his life for the better," wrote Julie Ridge in an e-mail.
Ridge said her friend, known as Jesse to most, had found employment, bought a car and got his own place.
"He moved away from all the temptations, and was finally on the right path in life," Ridge said.
She said she contacted The Times because she felt "never are the good things mentioned, just because a person at one time was involved in gang activity does not mean they never accomplished anything in life. Many people in our society judge people by who they use to be instead who they have become."
— Christopher Goffard and Megan Garvey
18 reader comments about Jose Celeridad
He was one of our group friends of 20 years! We are lost without him! This is such a tragedy. I hope and pray there is justice!
We are going to miss one of the most funniest guys there ever was! He was always so funny and silly! He would always make you laugh! We love you Jesse and you will forever be in our hearts and minds! We will see you on the other side with Jesus! Love you Friend
Jan. 6, 2011 at 8:39 p.m.
Jessie,I'm so sorry to hear that this had happened to you.You were a good dude and did not deserve to die like this.Whoever did this to you will hopefully get caught and rot in hell.You will be missed and never forgotten.(R.I.P.)
Jan. 7, 2011 at 3:26 a.m.
He had a heart of gold and is terribly missed. He did not deserve this... Nobody does. He deserves to be remembered as the good man that he was, the wonderful father he had become and for the way that he touched the lives of those he knew. He changed his life around and just wanted to finally have his happily ever after, only for some lowlife to take it all away. May his killer be found and may justice be served, but nothing will replace the loss we all feel. R.I.P. my friend ... Until we meet again. God rest your soul.
Jan. 8, 2011 at 12:25 a.m.
Not a single day went by that u didnt make me smile or laugh n be happy...u just always knew what to say or do...you made me really realize what was important in life and you helped me change the last 7 months for better...you will always have a special place in my heart and u will be sooo loved and missed...i pray n hope that whoever did this too u will get justice and sum for takin u away from us...Jesse u had the cutest smile when u smiled...i hardley ever seen u mad....luv ya boo
Jan. 8, 2011 at 10:55 a.m.
Jesse you will be missed dearly. You did everything you could to change your life for the better. We were all so proud of you. I know you are watching down on all of us, you are in all of our hearts. We will celebrate your life and your accomplishments!!!
Jan. 8, 2011 at 6:34 p.m.
Jesse was a good friend And is terribly missed and loved by many. This brakes my heart. I have been friends with Jesse for 16 years and he was doing so good for many years. I don't under stand how someone can just take his life. I hope and pray that justice is served. Jesse family and friends well always have a part of there heart missing. Jesse I do love you and you will never be forgotten. The heavens got a Angel. until we meet again my dear friend I love you...
Jan. 8, 2011 at 7:39 p.m.
If he had just turned his life around and was a bit over forty then he had probably been in involved with gangs for about 20 years? I guess sometimes th streets don't forget.
Either way it's a shame that he was killed considering he had the courage, discipline, and strength to change his life. Rest in peace.
Jan. 8, 2011 at 11:21 p.m.
It's a shame what ahppened to this man. Yeah, he might have done some bad things in the past. But I do believe in redemption. But things can catch up to you. Even if it is 10 or 20 years later.
Jan. 9, 2011 at 11:32 a.m.
I can still remember michelle chasing u around singing "SILLY" by Denise Williams.
I will never forget your smiling face.
Or how you always made me laugh. Even when i was 8 months pregnant. And you stopped by to see how I was doing. You told me about the day your son was born. And not 5 minutes after you left I went into
labor. You thought that was pretty funny.
Thank you Jesse for being a good friend. "Ill miss you always"
Jan. 12, 2011 at 3:15 a.m.
jesse you will be forever missed. you and your humor will always be a part of our lives and conversations. chris will always miss his friend and still cant believe hes gone .i love you chino
your homie, ghost
Jan. 12, 2011 at 12:03 p.m.
wud up hood!i can still remember you saying dat to me when i first kicked wit u lol!from then on you were not only my homie,but a like a brother to me.i only wish i had been there to kick it with u one last time.im so frickin angry!! upset!and full of rage!remember when i seen u in tehachappi and moved u in my cell?lol dat was boo huh dog! ill never 4get you jesse.just watch over me cause im ready to ride!!! i miss u dog!!!! your true homie YOGIE LWS
Jan. 12, 2011 at 9:40 p.m.
Hey u thats crazy that u are gone. U will be missed by everyone who new u. U will always be my ace cuzz. i remember u use to call and say thank u thank u thank u. when u where on yo break. i will miss u and u will always be in my heart. till we meet again cuzz.love, L Crook
Jan. 12, 2011 at 9:53 p.m.
jesse you were so special its amazing how many people loved you and everyone has so many good things to say!! baby i was so happy to be a part of your life! thankyou for everything!! i love you and see you in heaven!! im praying for your family to stay strong in this sad and hard time!! luv u yesenia!!
Jan. 18, 2011 at 3:33 p.m.
My dear jesse i will never forget that beautifull smile of yours, the many times that we share together wil never be forgotten you have left me with so many wonferfull memories, my only regret i have jesse is that i will never be able to tell you how proud i was of you and what you had done for your self. Im so proud of you, i will for ever miss you, Until the day we meet again my dear friend. you are one of a kind
Jan. 18, 2011 at 7:12 p.m.
What a terrible loss for all who were blessed to have Jesse in their lives. He was someone who could really touch your life on every level. He truly is one of a kind and he will be missed, and definately NEVER forgotton. I only wish Friday December 31 2010 when he was txting me that I didnt take for granted that he would always be here, because now I am lost without my friend. I Love You My Friend I keep waiting for our daily txting marathons but now im stuck with a bill and I dont even need a phone no mo. lol miss u bby. When I asked you who da best? u always said dat "I was da best, no doubt about it". No bby u will always be da best".
Jan. 22, 2011 at 7:21 p.m.
We just got back in touch with each other....Im so proud of you....When ever I was down you always made me smile....You were always there no matter what....I love you so much and im going to miss you my friend....Until we meet again I LOVE YOU
Jan. 22, 2011 at 10:27 p.m.
I'm sitting here just wishing i could call u jesse someone once said it is always the good ones to get taken so soon, i believe this to be true wether u were gangrelated or workin on wall street the game is the game an not knowing that when u do retire life catches up to u an that sucks cause u were my brother not thru blood but thru being a man in my life who at any time i could call u & u would drop everything like a big bro does today im missing u too damn much i just want u to come over an eat and talk wit lil joe ugh he is so much like u i love u so much may heaven be the paradise they say it is till we meet again. i will never forget u our talks our mission chasin mom or jus chillen kiss on ur forehead bye for now.
Jan. 1, 2012 at 12:53 p.m.
When someone turns their life around it shows and when evil see's that joy in someone they'll snatch it away because they hate the fact that they can't feel that joy. Has anyone looked at the homies.
April 12, 2012 at 3:39 p.m.
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