But if people who love Demri dont come to talk about her, other people will do, however, not always with good intentions and you know this! Michael was a really tall big guy. but I cant help but wonder if he had stayed living there, if things wouldve been a lot better for Layne He wouldve have isolated himself in his ivory tower and died the way he did. That sucks! Around October 20th or so she made some phone calls and wrote some letters to some people. Addiction is no joke, I go to med school so I spend a lot of time in the hospital and its just awful what being addicted to something does to people. I KNOWI just wanna try it onceBELIEVE ME I am not stupid it doesnt usually end up working out like that. Demri never grew up. The site is great, the pictures are beautiful, and it so wonderful that we can remember them. Also, tf is your point? But it is possible with hard work and TIME. He hardly ever saw Jerry anymore, but Mike Inez was still kind of close with him. Dont forget me though and please continue to be my angel; I know theres enough of you to go around for everyone. All of you stay safe and strong and Barbara thanks so much for sharing with all of us fans out there! I wanted to also check in on you and see how youre doing with your recovery and your heart? But I wound up in Seattle , playing led guitar in the lare eighties and early nineties. No, ive never met you, but I still care about you and your family. Anyway, Im pleased to see others still commenting in these threads. Now whether or not Layne ever knew just how much I liked him, I dont know, but Demri knew. Which is a good thing trust me. Its just a bunch of musicians talking about the music scene in the Seattle and surrounding areas.Theres a tiny bit about Demri in it. Not a day goes by when I dont think of the both of them. May God Bless you. She had been in and out of the hospital a lot, and I am sure her mother did everything she could to help her. But if it was Amber Feranno who said someone else made that hat, I am really confused, I talk to her often enough and she knows I designed and made ALL of Andys hats and clothing. When someone you care about turns blue and stops breathing that will mess with you forever. I have had major issues with drugs and alcohol (off and on) since I was in my early teens and I could have 100 people tell me that I could always visit or talk with them when Im feeling down however I always had a hard time with that because its hard to explain to someone if theyve never been there. Thank u to everyone who takes the time to read this ! anyhow Every addict Ive read about has said the same thing. He told me that he More rehab for both. Theyre both special persons in their own right, and both should be acknowledged as such. Although I know that my parents did the best they could, I want more for her and never want her to feel how I have so many time. There are very few who are strong enough to keep up the fight for as long it will take to stop completely and for a lifetime. The seduction of heroin is no joke and ANYONE can be its next victim. While it warms my heart that people want to know about her, care about her, love her and most of all have not forgotten her genuinely unique gifts. Check it out and let me know. I often checked on my kids breathing when they were newborns. Demri Parrott had an encounter with Katina Bonita Evangeline (1991). A google search for Demri and Layne brought me here at last. They were freaked out by it all and didnt understand it. I need spell check! Do you know that the book about Mike Starr on Amazon is like $100 bucks? How you doing Jacqueline? My heart goes out to Demris mother and family, same with Laynes. I want people to know that you also had an amazingly strong and smart Mom who not only cherished you but also tragically lost you to a demon that she was powerless to fight against and so were you.. that she lost you far too soon.. which broke her heart and not long aftershe tragically lost your brothers too.Your life may of taken a wrong turn and you got too lost too find your way back but that was not your whole story. Its nice to see this page and realize how much she was loved. Late 96, Demri started backsliding and this was around when I finally met her. Mara one of Dems good friends name was Mara! Kathleens comment was left on one of my older posts.. so I just wanted to share it so that everyone would get a chance to readitbecause I know a lot of us love and respect Kathleena lot. Demri died in October 1997, and you say that Rosheen died six months later. A good portion of the stories accessible on the internet seem to take place around the release of Facelift, gathering info about the later years in much harder. I had nothing left of them myself so it was like a true gift and to find pictures of my loved ones online. I cant get over how freaking gorgeous Demri truly is. About. Im just happy more people came out and started to share pictures of her. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Jerry always had this I told you so thing going on. Also you dont party on heroin you longing about, nodding out, maybe drooling on yourself, and falling asleep in the middle of a sentence. There are also the addicts who just seem to overdose all the time and I dont know if their bodies are not built to handle it or what but theres always that girl or that guy that no one wants to get high around or with because they know they might end up giving them CPR by the end of the night and let me tell you when you have someones life in YOUR hands thats traumatizing. I knew Andy before her, but I started getting a lot closer to Xana than I ever had with him. Covers. DAVID DUET Before I left Seattle, Alice in Chains was having their big Bumbershoot show and Facelift was out. Heroin becomes their lover, their mother, their friend. Anyway, Layne introduced my friends and I to Demri, and Ill never forget my first impression of her she was this angelic looking little thing, with the biggest, most genuine smile She took my hand in both of hers, and told me what a pleasure it was to meet me. Prayers. Blessings from Iceland. She didnt want to be known asLayne Staleys girlfriend, but she started to be known this way. Also how she would decorate her hospital room with the same. Love you Barb, I totally agree and share the love and respect I am a recovering addictthis month I got my 6yr 6mo clean time!!! God bless them both, may both be in Heaven with G0Ds good graces falling upon them. Did Layne Staley lose his teeth? She said something to me, I said something back, and that was it. Chris Cornell talks about mikes shirt etc. I first heard nutshell about a year ago and had to find the source of that sound.It was here that I found AIC + the voice of Layne. Now to think theres Demri fan sites and Facebook groups!? Demri DID die of an overdose after not using for a short while,,,,She battled endocarditis for over 2 years which the doctors informed my family they were unable to kill (Ive often wondered if it was MRSA before it had a name,) She had a heart valve repaired and another replaced and the pacemaker implanted age 26. or Tracy Johnson.. all of them can be found on my Facebook friends list. Murphy, and Christa Dougherty (step-sister)) Nationality: American Her true fans have compassion. Demri was born in Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, in the United States of America's Pacific Northwest. It might have been here. They were very discreet about it. And did you ever see Mad Season play live? He thought this meant she would quit and they could finally get married after a 3 year engagement. Thank you for sharing about Demri. I wish Demri had that same desire, to want to be an actress/model, who read books, studied acting. Layne loved what they had done, he thought Jerry did it on purpose. "Layne supplied nearly all the money for their addictions. It was for that, not because he was mean or wanted to date, he just wanted them both to get well and even said he wished Rehab had Co-Addictive Behavior Counselling for couples, which I was trying to help with at Wickenburg. I find it hard to believe. Actually I was bothered by it though. I know we all hear this and we all have been told over and over to stay away from drugs but I wish I could drill it into kids heads who might consider trying it. I listen to Chloe Dancer and think of how I want my life to be as beautiful as that song. 1 person I know said he came by their house in Seattle and wanted them to come to his car to see if this girl O.D.d. She is thanked in the liner notes of Facelift, which was released on August 1990. 2nd have some compassion or can you not readI have just been told I am dying of cancer and yes I have kids too and am a single parent at that with bills as wellso I understand all to well and I too am a recovering addictI in no way was ugly to no-one whatsoever!!!!!! Demri HATED being known as Laynes girlfriend.If I had a quarter for all the times she and I were approached with I know youyoure Laynes girlfriend and she would step back and reply No, I am Demri I would take all of us to Vegas. After a long time of trying to stop and being unsuccessful you willingly succumb to ityou just give up!!! They had called me after being with me in Vegas in the spring of 93 when they got there and they wanted Layne to have the band there on Family Day to deal with Band Issues. I adored the both of them, but we definitely had plenty of conversations that were like, Look, its not fair for me to say whats right or wrong for you guys But I got to the point where I was like, I cant have this goin on here and be wonderin if you guys are gonna wake up or not., SUSAN SILVER Not that the others werent heavily into drugs, too, but Layne was clearly so deepit was so dangerousthat all of our lives centered around how to aid him. Dave. Ok, Ive said enough here I hope I help someone with my stories. Happy to hear youve enjoyed it. It was kept by a friend over the years, who had it in a box and it was in perfect condition. The day I met Demri she was wearing them, along with cut-off jeans, and a cardigan shed had since gradeschool (apparently). I always had faith in you though. Laynes music has always spoke to me and I know a lot of it has to deal with how brutally honest he always was with his struggles. You could say that I believe in alternative medicine, have you heard about the raw vegan/ vegan movement? In October 1996, Staley was deeply shocked by the death of Demri Parrott, the vocalist's long-time girlfriend and fellow drug addict. On the other hand I also dont flatter myself that I could have done something for him; I just dont know if I was that important. If people wanted to not just voice their opinion and get their hands dirty they could have, they chose not to and got jealous of the ones that did. I knew she was really Demri Lara Parrott Murphy (February 22nd 1969 October 29th 1996) was an American model, artist, and muse, and an amateur actress, girlfriend and later fiance of Alice in Chains singer Layne Staley. Demri would be proud of you I cant stand the new AIC, to me you cant really replace a lead singer the same way you can replace a bassist or something (sorry but its true), but anyway. Did pick up the phone for him and speak to John Wayne Gacy and didnt know til I hung up, every place else was an apt. Seattle police reportedly found Staley on his couch, weighing 86 pounds. Merry Christmas to you. Feb 8, 2019 - Explore Ken Ferrell's board "Demri parrott" on Pinterest. For university, she studied at Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, Jacksonville, Florida (1985 - 1989). Sounds like you are happy and settled now with your beautiful familyhave a good weekend xx, Barbara, Not anymore thou. Theres just not that much out there about them and the beautiful souls they were. Layne had admitted that he was mostly finished with show business. You can just tell when you talk to certain people, especially females. I think there's so much to love about her. I feel like some people enter the world with their story written for them already. Demri was sweet and helpful and fun. Currently you have JavaScript disabled. I never met Demri but I used to rehearse at Naf and played at the Offramp and RCKNDY , so I met Layne, Mike, Sean and Jerry a few times. Who knows why, ours is to respect their will. Anyway I feel for both of them. I bring it up also because I know her family would prefer it be used that way. When Demri passed, Layne really took that hard. Thanks for posting that. Its not Angry Chair, its the revised addition, Get Born Again. Demri didnt have money she combed the carpet and started using again. She had allegedly accepted that drugs would kill her, and so she continued to use. Thank you B! I could go on and on, but simply wanted to leave my mark on this site, and thanking Barbara for keeping it alive for all this time. Even by something as small as a cold. I dont think they were good friends but they had used drugs together when their bands were playing at the same show in south america somewhere, if memory serves.and the ride home. Mad Season. Mad Season was an American rock super group formed in 1994 as a side project of members of other bands in the Seattle grunge scene (Layne was the lead singer with Pearl Jams guitarist Mike McCready, drummer Barrett Martin of Screaming Trees and bassist John Baker Saunders). I wasnt even sure where to post this comment but whatever. xoxox, Thank you Violet for the sweet comment.. Im determined to fight this demon, and be a better daughter, sister, aunt and friend to those who love me. He just didnt tell anyone that he was leaving. I have the second version and it was at the bookstore and we got it for like $20 or so. The drug grabbed a hold of me and before I knew it I was doing dumb shit to get my hands on it. Not only am I a fan, but I have become intrigued by Laynes life due to having a 21 year old son, who in many ways, reminds me of Layne. Hang in there sister it gets easier and it gets better. Their pain or their struggle. . on drugs. I apologize ms. Susan. Grief takes time. I guess its possible that he dated someone else for a short time in between but everybody knows that heroin addicts have major issues with impotency so its not like he was gonna be grinding away with someone else. Believe me they love you!! Writing your own book would be such a trip..imagine visiting the old places and mentally putting yourself back there to get into that mind frame to write.how bitterweet. Thank you for sharing. She also has Demris engagement ring that Layne gave her. That's what Layne is for me. Their own Children, Parents, best friends, partners and lovers do not usually stand a chance against it. Thank you Ana and yes addiction destroys your body Thank you for bringing that up. Layne picked it out for her because of the gardens. I was encouraged even more to see that people actually came here to read it and asked for more. I know none will be truly right until you and Darrin perhaps right one but for now could you guide me to what you feel is ok?? Thank you so much for sharing your story it means a lot and people who do not understand need to hear it. Probably every home in America has it, so it would be easy to squire. Anyway.. hate to burst your bubble and mine.. because I was excited to see a video of her FINALLY but no that is not her. Build your family tree online . Love to you all, from Scotland Demri had a look that seemed to define the musical era, beautiful in a small-town way with her bright eyes, round cheeks, and curly hair. Apparently she made friends with some of the elderly people and used to make them laugh. Today. I made myself get over my stupid feelings for you because I had to, and when I did that I also got over my frustration with the fact that everytime I defended you I had to hide behind anonymity and lose credibility. Bigs hugs! You have done so much, been through so much, God bless you. However, I found that things that boost your confidence and self esteem help you stay away from it. She did what she wanted to do, and the friends she left behind are crying at her memory. Many of us are looking forward to books that are from friends, and true to the tale of Layne and Demri. Risk factors include intravenous drug use). If youre saying to yourself Ahh.. I think this is Rachel that made Andys purple hand hat. But all the while enjoying experiences that you must cherish greatly, I imagine. According to David de Solas book Alice in Chains: The Untold Story, it was love at first sight. I believe Layne when he said before his passing that Demri visited him. A little history for those who do not already know.. Demri Lara Parrott was engaged to Layne Staley of Alice in Chains which was a very well known rock band in the 1990's but there is so much more to Demri.. she was an artist herself, a model and . my heart aches when I see these pics. After her passing, Layne looked after him. Demri Lara PARROTT Left this world October 29, 1996; born in Bremerton, Wa, on Feb 22, 1969 and attended school in Arlington. Things were mellow, Layne was doing really well. Prayers are with you at this Holiday time. Question: Did Demri ever drive a car? I just feel that sometimes Jerry does not get enough credit for the good things that he has done. These are the last photos of Demri taken 8 weeks before her death. Crazy. Get help for yourself from someone whose been there or a professional and they can help you learn how to handle your specific situation better. This may be too personal to ask, but I have been curious. Until America recognizes the addict is sick have compassion try to help not enable stand up to the Government to look at Portugal & the actions they took it worked sadly it is scary how the future looks. Demri Parrott (demrilaraparrott)'s profile on Myspace, the place where people come to connect, discover, and share. Nothing would have made her happier than to know her name will forever be attached to Layne's memory. He was known for his distinctive vocal style and tenor voice, as well as his harmonizing with guitarist/vocalist . For opening your heart with all of us, for sharing your love and passion for Demri, for making her not being forgotten This site https://icepicksandnukes.com/2011/12/16/setting-the-alice-in-chains-record-straight/ will let you fact check and their are some concert's where he talks pretty negative about her stealing and selling their equipment, etc. Jul 10, 2014 - Layne with fans New Years Eve 1999, reportedly last public photo in circulation. Demri Parrott (born Demri Lara Murphy on February 22nd 1969 - d. October 29th 1996) was the love of Alice in Chains singer Layne Staley's life. It is believed that Layne met Demri sometime in the late 80's or early 1990, as she is thanked . Hey everyone, im a long time lurker but never have posted not sure why. Last Updated: May 2, 2022: View Complete Profile. I try to not let bad things that happen to me in life to drive me to get high. Demri lapsed into a coma and spent the last 12 hours of her life unconscious in an intensive care unit at Evergreen Hospital, with only her mother and her aunt by her side, before doctors turned off the life-support machines on the morning of October 29, 1996. They were less like brothers than like a weird married couple. I will forever cherish our short time together. The hat was donated to them because I have never sold a thing of Andys and I was afraid of what may happen to it should something happen to me. Can you send me the link and the time in the video where you see her? Thanks for the reply. Heroin is a beast of a drug all its own in short or in laymans terms..it ruins your ability to be naturally happy. While watching Crossing Over, Layne turned to Mike and said, Demri was here last night. Red carpet photos. Thank you for sharing, although I dont know if you revealed way too many private details. JOHNNY BACOLAS I recall many nights when I was living with Layne, Demri would come to the house and after Id go to bed, she would just open my door, sit at the edge of my bed with a bag full of potato chips, chew really loud, and just talk. I know this because Layne called me to make sure I was checking on her so I was around a lot. There are also more happy and nice memories here that focus more on the positive aspects! You can tell when theyre lifers. Just rude and no respect Or those already gone like Demri and Layne.. best thing they can come up with is they have a life to live??? Demri Lara Parrott Murphy (February 22nd 1969 - October 29th 1996) was an American model, artist, and muse, and an amateur actress, girlfriend and later fiancee of Alice in Chains singer Layne Staley . Im lucky to have 2 beautiful little girls that keep my life full. Apparently people would sayHey, are you Layne Staleys girlfriend? and shed sayNo, Im Demri. She also refused to take Laynes money, and had to make her own money herself. She had been using off and on for a few months. Laura. I love it! That being said im not a crazed obsessed fan but I am aware of Demri and read her story through Barbara and Darin about 10 years ago right after my heroin addiction started.