Lawrence "Gary" Rice's obituary , Passed away on June 12, 2026 in Asheville, North Carolina

Lawrence "Gary" Rice

October 30, 1948 - June 12, 2026 (77 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

Lawrence "Gary" Rice's obituary , Passed away on June 12, 2026 in Asheville, North Carolina

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Lawrence "Gary" Rice

October 30, 1948 - June 12, 2026 (77 years old)

Asheville, North Carolina

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Lawrence Rice Obituary

The passing of Lawrence Rice of Asheville, North Carolina occurred on June 12, 2026. Lawrence, born on October 30, 1948, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Willard Rice and Julia Rice; and his siblings, Guy Perry, JD Rice, Paul Rice, Bonnie Dyer, Sherry Wheeler and Willie Jean Perry.

He is survived by: his children, Carissa Rice of Weaverville, NC and Joshua Rice (Stacie) of Weaverville, NC; his brother David Rice (Robin) of Barnardsville, NC; his grandchildren, Josiah Rice of Weaverville, NC and Julia Rice of Weaverville, NC; his cousin Opal Harris; and his sister-in-law Dee Rice. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

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Penland Family Funeral Home
125 South Ave, Swannanoa, NC 28778

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June 29

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125 South Ave, Swannanoa, NC 28778

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