David Keith Kinsey

December 18, 2024

CHARLOTTE – David Keith Kinsey died December 18, 2024, after a year-long battle with cancer.  Born October 10, 1963, David was a native Charlottean and called the Queen City home throughout his life.
 
He was an avid golfer and loved playing challenging golf courses across the country.  In the process of lining his shelves with golf trophies, David donated thousands of golf balls to local lakes and ponds and left a few bent irons behind as well.  If you play golf, you understand.  When he wasn’t playing golf, David regaled anyone who would listen with funny stories featuring his many golf buddies, especially Snake, and the friends he tipped a cold one with at his favorite place away from a golf course, DeRamus’s – aka Providence Road Sundries.
 
David was a funny, caring, and loyal father, son, brother, and friend.  He could defuse any tough situation with kindness and humor and he will be deeply missed.
 
He found meaning in this quote from comedian Norm Macdonald who said, “you don’t lose your battle with cancer.  It’s a draw because the cancer dies with you.”
 
David is survived by his son, Cooper Lee Kinsey; mother, Patsy Barnett Kinsey; father C. Ralph Kinsey, Jr. and his wife Sylvia Kinsey; brother, Charles Kinsey; sister, Betsy Muse (John), nieces, Katie and Emily Muse; aunts, Carolyn Vanderburg (Doug) and Aloma Kirby; and cousins Jennifer, Jay, Julie, Jeffrey, and Glenn; Cooper’s mother, Tameria Sanders; and his beloved cat, Jordan.
 
He was preceded in death by his maternal grandparents, Keith and Lorena Barnett, and paternal grandparents, Jonell and Harold Kellams.
 
If you would like to do something in David’s memory, consider a donation to Animal Care and Control, 8315 Byrum Drive, Charlotte, NC  28217 or the Humane Society of Charlotte at 2700 Toomey Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28203.
 
Arrangements are in the care of Kenneth W. Poe Funeral & Cremation Service, 1321 Berkeley Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28204 (704) 641-7606. Online condolences may be shared at www.kennethpoeservices.com.
 
 

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  • William B Hardison

    I did not learn of David's passing until earlier today. In 8th Grade, David and I shared the backcourt on Charlotte Country Day's Middle School team. We started along with Center Tommy Price, and forwards Travis DeHaven and Chip Knox. We finished the regular season undefeated only to lose to a great Charlotte Latin team in the conference tournament final. After that game, we played our season finale against AG. AG brought a huge crowd packing and rocking the Country Day gym. The game was arranged because they also had a good team and we knew many of their players from playing both with and against them at the Central Y, namely John Criglar and Jay Wrigley. From what I can remember, the game was closely played until Wrigley hit a half-court buzzer beater to best us by 1 point. Playing alongside David was an experience I will never forget. He played many roles for us and always seemed to make big plays when we needed them the most. As noted above, he also kept us loose. Even though we did not stay in close touch, the experience I shared with him that season, on that team, was one of if not the best athletic expereinces of my life. Wishing the Kinseys all the best! Will

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  • Obie Oakley

    Patsy and Ralph, I'm hurting with you and feel so sorry for your loss. Too young to leave this life.

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  • Thomas Roche

    Dear Ralph and Patsy- We are so sorry to learn of the passing of your dear son. Please know that we are praying for you at this difficult time. Sincerely, Tommy and Jackie Roche

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  • Aloma Kinsey Kirby

    David and I shared some precious memories via texting. I will always cherish his words. One of his last text was pictures of Jordon, his cat, and how mischievous he was. You will always live within my heart, sweet Nephew.

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  • CRAIG SEMAN

    To the Kinsey family, I am deeply sorry for your loss and wish you the best during this difficult time.

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  • Judge David Cayer

    Patsy and Ralph, I am very sorry for your loss. God bless you and yours during this difficult time.

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  • John Autry

    “When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”
    ~ Khalil Gibran

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  • John Autry

    “When you are sorrowful look again in your heart, and you shall see that in truth you are weeping for that which has been your delight.”
    ~ Khalil Gibran

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