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Hadnt seen that one in a while,its been around forever. 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. Dear Susan, Bless you. He thought Demri could see him from heaven so it didnt want to upset her. But Im glad that Demri existed, she was special and brightened the lives of many of those around her special enough that we still talk about her and admire her beauty 24 years after her death. Thank you for this wonderful website. Great work and it happens faster than you know and very few actually survive this mistake. She also had a very unique style, and was very popular. I guess there is so little real information out there, so these kinds of stories become defacto fact. It is not easy because our brain chemistry is so damaged its hard to live life again with out it. Demri was well known and had numerous friends that she touched with her charismatic and enchanting personality. I promised both I would never read it, but the excerps I have seen are ridiculous. She had talked him into putting a lot of big purchases in her name. You were never just Layne Staleys girlfriend you were definitely an energy and a force all your own. I was encouraged even more to see that people actually came here to read it and asked for more. Laura. Who was she as a child and a teenager? Unconditional love? Remember life is short and so special..love your loved ones today because we might not have a tomorrow. In my experience the Demri info isnt accurate. If it is made up, then she is an amazing writer. I feel empathy for all addicts. Demri Parrott (demrilaraparrott) on Myspace Demri Parrott Mara one of Dems good friends name was Mara! Its not easy but it is possible!! I think she, Nancy, and Mike Starrs mom have been through hell. Addicts are a triggers for me so 12 step meetings are not good for me but they work for a lot of people at least in the beginning stages they worked for me too. Demri Parrott was an American model. To Barbara or Darin do either of you know if Demri was capable of having another surgery or not? Layne Staley of Alice In Chains Died Here - FeelNumb.com I originally posted feeling pretty down and Im sorry I vented about personal feelings that only tangentially had anything to do with Layne. I moved thousands of miles away, he changed his email address and, though we spoke on the phone a few times since then it was only about little things. It was love at first sight. Thank you Kat, I try to be friendly and just treat everyone like I would expect to be treated so its always nice to hear. He moved to the U District, to a condo right above this tavern called the Blue Moon. I do believe in suboxone if you just use it for a short period and then detox off. Living your life not feeling happy is not the way you were meant to live. Layne lived upstairs of the 9th street house. Bigs hugs! No clue.. maybe they didnt even know Rosheen was as important as she was to Demri. People call to make sure they are listed in the Thank Yous on an album. But with Demri Im not alone, and there are so many people who, like me, only know her through pictures and stories and are similarly fascinated by her. when the crew were dealers too. She was of Native American (Cherokee), Irish, Scottish, remote Welsh, English, and Swiss-German descent. Was it the pressure she felt? Demri Parrott passed away in October of 1996, one of the worst things to ever happen to Layne Staley. So beautifully said, I believe the same. If you knew both it is obvious. Her death is considered to have pushed Layne over the final edge, as he then became a recluse in his own condominium. Yes, shes there. I hope that you get to write your own edition of a book about Demri and Layne. And, as I mentioned, there are a lot of true facts in the story but I dont know what to make out of it as a whole. Thank you so much for sharing your story it means a lot and people who do not understand need to hear it. Or did he just appear that way because of being really thin and probably feeling sick a lot? She was perfect just the way she was, Demri could pull of any look and this picture is a great example of her versatility as a model. Just because we cant see something/someone, doesnt mean theyre not there. If thats true then her story is skewed and should be viewed as such (thats a word of caution to the next intrepid armchair detective who gets this far) Its funny how the internet makes it possible for anyone with curiosity and an active imagination to dig up these stories and become fascinated with the lives of people theyve never met who have passed away. The opposite occurred, she cut off contact with Layne save for minor interactions, she hustled to get money for smack. I love you. So we run back to the thing that we thought made us happy again and then after a while that does not even work anymore. https://alice-in-chains.livejournal.com/103699.html?thread=559635#t559635, https://icepicksandnukes.com/2011/12/16/setting-the-alice-in-chains-record-straight/. I miss Laynes voice so much, but I have to admit that I absolutely love Black Gives way to Blue (the song). If boundaries are established upfront, some of these issues can be avoided. I will forever cherish our short time together. I was somewhat envious of her because Layne always seemed to forgive her each time, and there is something TO that, but at the same time I felt I was right; she was making a mess of things and she was in big trouble. If it is truth you have lost more than your Demi but a sibling with a D too. He told me that he He became sort of ashamed and let it go longer than he should have. Do you know that the book about Mike Starr on Amazon is like $100 bucks? And part of me wondered if he moved there because he didnt have to drive anywhere and it was easy access. Demri Parrott. Demri was five feet tall and tiny, and Xana was six feet tall and, like, Amazon. He is still my favorite singer of all time to this day; that will never change I dont think. Im so glad to see the people who are able to look past her addiction because obviously there was so much more to her. So that would be nice. I couldnt afford all the hospital bills, but somehow, or someone, helped Demri. Im sure if I did I would snatch it up with excitement in my heart and then eventually growl under my breathe a little and put it back.. who knows though I might buy it. Youve done a great job with this site, having your own life & kids, that I thank you. Can't feel sorry for people who have made mistakes because there are people in 3rd world counties who have it worse. I read it within days. If I can explain it, in words, in detail then a sober person MIGHT understand. Barbara thanks for putting your heart into this and also for educating people about drugs. Andrew Wood. Now for the more positive things: Demri Parrott (which I recently found out was pronounced Puh-Row) was described by everyone who knew her as a bubbly, charismatic and beautiful girl. But unless you knew them.. because they were so private I just cant imagine anyone can ever get it right.. unless you were there and you felt their life spirit.. you know what I mean? Theres just not that much out there about them and the beautiful souls they were. Not much is known about this unidentified older man aside from the fact that he apparently isolated her from her friends and family and wouldnt let them talk to her. As a mother, I cannot imagine losing any of my kids. I dont know anything about him other than that he dumped her at the Emergency Room and disappeared. Barbara you remember when you came into the room at the hospital and thought you were interrupting and we got Rachel to leave so you could have some private time with Demri and she thanked you saying she felt like she had vultures over her and could feel Rachel wanted her to die so she could have Layne. Layne was trying to quit EVERYthing at this time (he even attempted quitting smoking) and Sean was still bringing pot around everytime they would get together. I will speak for us all in saying we hope you read this and change your minds. Most heroin addicts who manage to get clean.. will also eventually relapse. So for all the AIC fans who hate Demri because of this, you are all wrong. Click here for instructions on how to enable JavaScript in your browser. I personally havent lost any friend such at young age, and the pain all of you guys who new Demri and were their family and friends are having, I think I will never imagine it. Heroin doesnt turn you into an asshole. Are they highor notmatters none That's her storylive yours. The drs told my family that my chances didnt look good because the infection was too out of control n i probably wouldnt make it through surgery. Drugs was his escape to find what he was longing forlove. I respect that. I visit Demris Facebook page every once in a while and Ive learned that her closest friends dont like to disclose a lot. Very little is known of Demri Parrott, except that she was practically worshiped by her fianc, Layne Staley. Well, I found two videos with the same interview, but I can not post the comment with the link and I do not know why. Demri died in October 1997, and you say that Rosheen died six months later. Beautiful, dedication, Demri, Demri Parrot, Picture, Pictures, Rest in Peace. Actually I was bothered by it though. http://grungestorytellers.xanaland.com/2013/02/happy-birthday-demri-crew-guy-recalls.html. Demri died on Oct. 29th of 96 of a heroin overdose. For me, layne was Alice in Chains. The surgeon wants me to prove ive been clean for 9 months before she will do it. She had this really cool, big Roman nose. Yes, she was sick from herion, but so was Marilyn. Layne and Demri always thought I could help people get clean for some reason when I never did and Mike thought I could help by getting him on the show Intervention. We would all just hang out and go to shows and play around. When he came out, he assumed that she was asleep. As a three-year-old, Demri was . http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBZm-_6Qa3k, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL29f0AehNI, Oh Barbara, I was just waitting for your confirmation but now im very disappointed:( But anyway thank you very much for this site. Please if you ever get a chance, write that book. He had someone call a psychic for him to make sure that he would be okay. Photographer unknown. Need to search harder for the better ones. She almost died from doing a speedball. Heroin isnt a social drug that you experiment with. Who Was With Demri Parrott When She Died? - FAQS Clear I am not strong enough to deal with addicts bullshit anymore. It is an extremely powerful demon drug that can steal your life and your inner strength faster then youll have control of. The photo of Demri on the couch in lingerie is at my apt on Queen Anne, the one Andy died at. Thanks so much, your website and memories are so generous and appreciated. For me, I was blesse dot have been there when it all happened ( Im from L.A. She was loved by many, but always on the run, Layne got her and him a house, but shed stay only a few nights, never moving in. Is it possible to be Demri on the left? Demri counted on Layne & others to help, & they did. To give Layne and Demri a fair and honest recording of their life stories. Later into the night i got worse and my organs started shutting down. I get so busy I dont even recognize the date sometimes. Best thing people can do is move away from everything you know and everyone you know that makes it easy. I believe its the second version. Just how much sense does that make? Allegedly it got to a point where she knew that her presence in his life was causing them both harm, so she left him alone and did her best to let him move on. Despite never getting too involved, she is still my alpha and omega, my joy and sorrow, my beginning and my end. I hope so. I left Seattle because I was very stupidly stuck on Layne and I knew that probably nothing was going to come of it. Would anynof those be from 95 or 96 ? Take care!! But also open dialogue about drugs and continued thinking of the young that this could never happen to them. Id love to hear your take on any of them if you do read them though. Staley's physical appearance had become even worse than before: he had lost several teeth, his skin was sickly pale, and he was severely emaciated. Risk factors include intravenous drug use). Not Demri, sorry. But Demri seemed to live an existance of from here to there, no where to run, but her mom had a home waiting just for her. Thank you for that ms. Susan. I love it! Demri Lara Parrott (1969-1996) - Find a Grave Memorial Oh that thing about walking down a hall and druggies is b.s. Ill be thinking of you. You were like a mom to them,making sure they were eating and breathing. I know youve lost several, so hard to take, but your only daughter was trying to teach unconditional love for everyone. Just let them know youll be there when theyre ready to get clean. Demri was okay with paying half, but not all. The opposite was true for so many other women in a similar position/relationship in Seattle at that time. Now to think theres Demri fan sites and Facebook groups!? . Helping as a group also made too much sense. Prayers are with you at this Holiday time. Now I see it selling online for $200!! By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. She was only 27. and this: watch?v=LL29f0AehNI Although she is not here in body, I can guarantee she is here in spirit, watching everyone and is beside her mother. to make him jealous. Just some random thoughts I had. In October 1996, Staley was deeply shocked by the death of Demri Parrott, the vocalist's long-time girlfriend and fellow drug addict. You do that on your own! But hes right here with us now on the fire place! Hi Barbara, I was just checking in to see if there are any new posts an I noticed your comment about the books. im not an angel either, no one is, but alchohol is my stupid drug, whish it wasnt so, makes you fat and sick. That was her. No drug dens. Please answer, so that I may know that youre ok. All my love, Laura. It could be her though because she would definitely go to that show and she did have long hair like that (although her hair was more wavy I think) and there were a lot of people coming up to her and talking which would mesh with how popular she was. 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). Did anyone know Demri Parrot? If so can you tell us why there's no Sean was an alcoholic and Mike Starr was a drug addict. They both were on a downward spiral without a safety net. Im sure we all have that person that has this strange magnetic effect on us and we dont exactly know why. Sorry I really wasnt trying to make this about me just stating that the daily struggle is so hard and it always helps to have those who have been there talk you through it. A lot of creativity! You have done so much, been through so much, God bless you. Xana La Fuente, if youre reading this, I just want to tell you that I find you so inspiring too. She didnt ask me, she didnt care. I have always speculated that the girl he was referring to was her. Tom has two versions. She wore vintage costumes, long skirts with docs, lots of vintage style 30s and 40s jewelry. I wish things could have turned out differently for her. I know thats super personal n i thought i remember Barbara saying she didnt know specifics on what exactly happened. Tags: The first one who loved and protected Layne (Jerry had music, yeah a hundred guys did, but nobody had Laynes voice and it was amazing. What makes it better though is knowing that Layne and Demri, and her friend, Rosheen, are all together now, in each others company, waiting to reunite with the rest of their loved ones in eternity some day. Im not saying they were gay, lol! Alice in Chains' Layne Staley: Needle and Damage Done - Rolling Stone Demri didnt wear glasses like that girl. He was already quite reclusive in 1996" The last time Demris mother, Kathleen Austin, saw Layne Staley, was in 1997. Just not interested in other peoples opinions or stories, they bore me. I know its a picture and not a video but just thought Id share in case it could add to Layne and Demris pics. Young, but very sexy. So, anyway, the point to me leaving a comment is to say that I just read Layne Staley, Born again by Adriana Rubio. That all makes total sense. When I called Christy about Demris Wake she asked what happened because Demri had just been there Monday night, which was the 28th which matched with Tom. Love everyone? It tries to steal your life and the sparkle or energy that flows within us all. 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. 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. I had read that Jack had her on tape at one of his photo shoots. Thanks for the reply. I just was smitten with Xana. 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. Miss Layne so much. Demri was well known and had numerous friends that she touched with her charismatic and enchanting personality. Quite a few wrongs have been righted by the existence of this site, the amount of BS out there about these individuals is beyond belief. They both deserved better. Im sure that hes sad, Im sure he feels it. But i get drug tests and go to counseling and outpatient classes. Get over yourself and if you remember to comment then be positive and stop snapping at people. I cant get over how freaking gorgeous Demri truly is. Anyways, I can imagine what Layne and his girl were going through when people you thought were your friends are either with you or against you and the others are there because your famous and providing whatever you need. Please I beg of you. Ive read this a few places. She couldve been so much more, its a shame. Nice whataboutism. He wanted a teddy bear that Demri Lara Parrott had and who had stayed with her at the hospital.. Guys wanted to be noticed by you and most girls wanted to be like you or be your friend! She turned really different, and believe me when I say that she was not truly the person that she was becoming. She was the "it" girl in Seattle in the early 90s and anyone who knew her and the club scene at the time I doubt would argue with me on that.". She still looked cheerful and pretty , https://m.facebook.com/photo.php/?fbid=375943654526117, https://m.facebook.com/photo.php/?fbid=375407361246413. "remembering Demri"..? Blessings to each of you! 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. They didnt have it so they ordered one for me and thats what Ive been reading these last couple of weeks. 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. Hopefully be a soulful powerhouse like him. Barbara might be able to offer more insight, but I definitely get the vibe that Layne wanted to eventually get clean and have a family at some point in his future. I just had to say it. I took this picture with my web camera.. the picture was a photo copy taped to my wall.. She has been an extremely impressionable part of my lifeand it warms my heart to see her honored. Barbara D. I wish they were still hear every time I listen to him sing I cry its so sad Ive been fighting my addictions for 20 years its a daily struggle but the music keeps me alive for now I pray there together energy doesnt die the spirit is forever. That kind of clientele. Im all up for experimenting with certain things with responsability but heroine, cocaine, meth and those kind of drugs are out of the question. I just dont know what happened after 98 99. Covers. Late 96, Demri started backsliding and this was around when I finally met her. After her passing, Layne looked after him. Im determined to fight this demon, and be a better daughter, sister, aunt and friend to those who love me. However, in the years that followed Dirt"s success, Layne and Demri drifted apart, and their engagement broke sometime in 1994, although she features in the cover of Mad Seasons Above. Which didnt bother them though because they took it like one big joke. I remember the first time I heard AIC I was living close to the beach and just started smoking weed and I surfed every day. Mrs. Austin, you tell of how Demri suffered, how she had gifts, it was her calling in life to teach and not to learn and to give unconditional love to all, yet you put her grandmother and the headstone that she made for Demri, down. He always kept saying that he had slipped. Most of what everyone heard then was nonsense. Demri Lara Parrott(February 22, 1969 - October 29, 1996) was best known for Demri Parrott her relationship with Layne Staley, the singer of rock band Alice in Chains. Let this be a good story to stop people from picking up for the first time. Its the nature of things and I think that this is dictated by how we feel about certain people.). I also like to believe that there is an afterlife where we get to see our loved ones who have passed before us and we get to watch and protect the ones who are still here on earth. Jul 10, 2014 - Layne with fans New Years Eve 1999, reportedly last public photo in circulation. It was supposedly him who reconnected once she became ill. She suffered a lot in life, from around 1993 (I think) until her death in 1996, she was in and out of hospital constantly. Id last about 3 days. I apologize ms. Susan. Someone asked for a video of Demrigot this from youtube its Demri and Layne singing together hope this helps http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NQA98ZTJDTc. She is such a facinating person and it will be almost surreal to see her on video. Hang in there sister it gets easier and it gets better. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. Staley's girlfriend, Demri Lara Parrott, started shooting smack and Alice in Chains got famous. Around 98, Mark Lanegan was living with Layne. Why? Demri Parrott - Ethnicity of Celebs | EthniCelebs.com Haha. I was the only one with a real job and I should have been saving to travel but spent it on making Andy look amazing and it irks me to think someone is claiming to have made his hats! I wasnt even sure where to post this comment but whatever. Layne, I was yours for the asking, but you never asked. The would cut and bag their heroin. then announces the song say hello to heaven. Thank you so much and its always great to hear that people are enjoying the website AND finding more about the truth compared to the hype. Sorry I meant to say decision! I know I will personally miss Demri as long as I live but today marks the day that Demri was taken from us ALL forever. Mad Season released only one album, Above, in March 1995. He literally looked up to the sky and said, Thank you for this feeling., DAMON STEWART Right after the release of Facelift, Layne and I became roommates in Seattle. I have never known Mike to lie and I knew him a long time. However, I was very struck by the beautiful young woman with him in pictures. Let me just say that its truly a pleasure to meet you here Xana. me too, i wonder what it is about her that's so magnetic! I heard that methadone is harder to kick than H in some cases. History has proven that young people experiment without clearly thinking of their mortality. I have read that Demris mom is an Addiction Counselor. I remember looking out your window at the docks one time while you were on the computer, and I was making you listen to some stupid old song because I thought it was cool. 2). Boredom plays a role and if your a recovering addict you have to keep yourself busy. 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 . Just one of many reasons I want to be cremated so Im not out in a cemetery forgotten about like by some prick like that! So I just admit that I do not have the answers. Seeing posts pertaining to Andrew Wood, Xana and Mike was very pleasant too. Prayers for those trying to beat opiate addiction out there. His mother was quoted in Grunge is Dead as saying that he bought another condo in 94, but I dunno. PONY MAURICE (Feast singer) I kind of fell in love with Xana and Demri for a while. Demri has haunted me on a regular almost daily basis since I first learned about her story. It has nothing to do with you why they cant get clean. We never celebrated my birthday so she wanted to be clean so we could which was on the 28th. But that black cloud, which they couldnt see in those early days, hovered over them both. ), Press J to jump to the feed. I really appreciate this site. It is not that great. They seemed happy in most of the photos taken of them back when they were together. There was nothing about her that was so special that it would have stood out all on its own. Layne was okay until the last night of the tour. He didnt seem to want to do it because he had a bad feeling about it. Believe me they love you!! His style was like no other. Ive talked to you on FB and appreciate how friendly and open you are When I came to your website and pulled up Dems page, I realized I had already been here a few years ago.

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