King David Kornegay

King David Kornegay, aged 82, passed away peacefully on Thursday at UNC Health Wayne. His life was a testament to kindness, and he will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

Born on May 17, 1944, in Wayne County to Henry and Christine Kornegay, King David led a life enriched by love and family. He is survived by his beloved wife, Margaret Cooper Kornegay, who shared his journey; his children, Annethia Kornegay of Houston, TX, Shanethia Glaspie of Henderson, NC, and King David Kornegay, Jr. of Atlanta, GA; and his brothers, the late Robert Lee (Sharon) Kornegay of Goldsboro, NC, and Sylvester Kornegay of Goldsboro, NC.

A celebration of his life will be held on Saturday, October 10, 2026, at 12 noon at Generational Church, 3016 Summit Rd, Goldsboro, NC 27534. He will be laid to rest at Wayne Memorial Park, a fitting tribute to a life well-lived.

Family and friends are invited to pay their respects on Friday, October 9, 2026, from 2 PM to 6 PM at the funeral home. Arrangements are being managed with the utmost care by Haskins Memorial Services.