Master King David Kanneh

King David Kanneh was born to Momoh Kanneh and Fanta Moiwai Kanneh on August 28, 2022, in Newport News, Virginia. He entered into the joy of the Lord on April 7, 2026. King was curious and lively from birth. On his very first visit with his pediatrician, Dr. Funderburke, his parents were told, “You’re going to have your hands full!” That early observation proved true, as King kept his mom, dad, and big brother, Prince, on their toes with his energetic and inquisitive nature.

King David’s parents described him as curious, loving, intelligent, wonderful, and a caring old soul. He would open his arms to share a warm embrace and say, “Awww, gimme hug.” He was compassionate, often checking on his family and friends, telling them, “Don’t worry, it’s going to be ok.”

King would proudly profess, “I really, really, really love my brother, Prince.” Although he didn’t always want to share with his brother, he would remind Prince that “sharing is caring” when he wanted something Prince had.

King’s love for his mom was boundless. He would shower her with compliments: “Mommy, you are so beautiful! Mommy, you are so shiny! Mommy, you are so strong!”

He relished being on the soccer field with his dad while he coached, running and playing with the Rush Soccer players, their families, and the other coaches. At home, he preferred basketball over soccer and would shoot hoops using his bathtub basketball hoop while his dad bathed him.

King David enjoyed doing puzzles and putting things together. He would celebrate by saying, “Yay, I did it!” and wait to hear his parents say, “Good job, King!” He dreamed of becoming a policeman, contractor, or doctor, often using his toy stethoscope to listen to his mommy’s heart. King was a precocious child who could name every dinosaur—his favorite being the T-Rex. He would shout, “T-REX, TYRANNOSAURUS!”

King loved Spider-Man, Sonic, Mario, and other superheroes, often considering himself one and proclaiming, “I’m a superhero, I’m strong!” His favorite places to visit were the playground and the Virginia Living Museum. He loved to “just play” and would often ask, “Can I please play for just 2 minutes?” when it was time for bed.

King David expressed gratitude for everything, often exclaiming, “Whoa Mommy, that’s so amazing!” When he was given his beloved PediaSure milk, he would act surprised and say, “Thank you for buying my milk! You are so amazing!”—even though he had been there when it was purchased.

He loved to eat French fries, chicken nuggets, rice with butter, chips, and yogurt.

Under the nurturing instruction of dedicated teachers and staff, King David thrived at Giggles and Learning Academy (Pre-K2) and Calvary Chapel Christian Academy (Pre-K3). His parents are sincerely appreciative of the care and guidance he received from Mr. Leonardo Acosta, Ms. Ysamal Alvarez, Ms. Irene Zunzunegui, Ms. Evelyn Nebrija, Ms. Nadine Corner, and Ms. Shanequika Major.

King David was treasured and lovingly doted on by his godparents, Shelia Beacham, Christopher Davis, Meagon Latrice Johnson, and Kenneth Hall.

He was affectionately cared for by his devoted babysitter, Madison Baker, and developed a close relationship with her mother, Latrice Darden.

He adored his cherished playmates Brantley, Bradley, Abby, Naomi, Aliya, Ari, Alfonso (whom he affectionately nicknamed “T-Rex”), Sevyn, and Aryah.

King David was predeceased by his maternal grandparents, Amara Jaward Moiwai and Mariama Bintu Moiwai; and his loyal and playful canine companion, Molly.

King David’s memory will be forever celebrated and honored by his parents and brother; his paternal grandparents, Sheikh Ahmed Kanneh and Neneh Ramatu Kanneh; uncles Abdul and Mohamed Kanneh, and Charles, Morie, Alfred, and Peter Moiwai; aunts Jeneba and Haja Aminata Kanneh; and a special maternal aunt, Elizabeth Moiwai, along with her husband, Momoh Combey Musa, and son, Bockarie Musa, Jr., with whom he temporarily lived in Sierra Leone, West Africa; and cousins Jamara Moiwai, Mariama Moiwai, Amara Moiwai, and Hawa Moiwai. Special thanks to Mohamed Bangurah who assisted during King’s travels to West Africa by purchasing his favorite snacks and running errands for him.

He will be forever held close by all who had the pleasure of knowing and loving him and will never be forgotten.

It is the desire of the Kanneh family that you keep them in your thoughts and prayers.

The family of Master King David Kanneh has entrusted his final care to C. C. Carter Funeral Home.

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