Centinela State Prison (CEN) reported the passing of Correctional Officer Jason David West on Oct. 13, 2018.
He began his CDCR career at the Basic Correctional Officer Academy in Galt in July 2001.
He reported to CEN in October 2001.
He was a Level II Operator on the Crisis Response Team and his latest assignment was Armory Officer. He held certifications as a department instructor of firearms, chemical agents, and baton.
Jason was a good man, it was a pleasure to see him and work with him on a CRT level. My heart breaks for you and your family brother, Rest in Peace brother. TOUJOURS PRET!
It’s sad to see you leave this world so young, but you are no longer suffering. The time I met you at Centinela State Prison, I saw a wonderful officer happy to come to work. We gain an angel in heaven, you will be missed but never forgotten. My deepest condolences to your wife and children and may you RIP.
T. Desiderio
Correctional Sergeant
Calipatria State Prison
It was a pleasure to have known and worked with Jason, he will truly be missed.
Such a young man. Shame! RIP.
Rest in Peace brother