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Lynette Rice Wright

Death by Force
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Lynette Rice Wright, a 57-year-old white female, passed away on June 20, 2016, in Candler, North Carolina. Lynette was a lifelong resident of Buncombe County and worked as an x-ray technician for 30 years. She was known for her love of the lake, music, and college football, particularly Clemson. Lynette was also involved in filming for Asheville High School football for 15 years. She was a member of New Morgan Hill Baptist Church and a former member of Red Oak Baptist Church in Marshall.

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  • Citizen Times: Neighbor: Dead Candler couple never got over son's death
  • WLOS: Officials believe Buncombe County couple entered murder-suicide pact
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    Victim Details

    Lynette Rice Wright

    Female

    White / Caucasian

    Candler

    NC

    2016-06-20

    57

    Lynette

    Rice Wright

    11/26/2025

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    05/26/2023
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