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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. Life is one thing after another, with drugs more so. Then my dad died n i lost it. Anniversary of Dems passing & a note from her Mom, Darin Lamb One of Layne Staleys Best Friends. Because that is not my story it is theirs.. even if I was a part of their story and they a part of mine. The drug grabbed a hold of me and before I knew it I was doing dumb shit to get my hands on it. How you doing Jacqueline? I got it all and you speak 100% the truth. 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. Such a beautiful woman with so much life and soul in her. You know what he was like? She believes her body is so damaged, which it may have been, that, why quit? She is thanked in the liner notes of Facelift, which was released on August 1990. It was hard to tell because as many times as he said it was over, she was still going around town telling everyone that they had gotten married. Your site was the most helpful then, and continues to help those of us wanting to learn more about Layne & Dem. Me and some other fans have read nearly everything we could find on Layne and there has not been a mention of any girlfriend except Demri. I read somewhere that he was still living there during the Mad Season days and then I read somewhere else that he bought another condo in 94. It steals everything from us including everything that makes us who we are the things we love about ourselves and then it takes our very last breathe before we even know how far gone we are. Teri, Mark Arms girlfriend, was maybe going to live there and then Chad from RHCP did for a little bit but they all had their issues. Demri in 1996 and Layne in 2002. Some people are predisposed to addiction and so their story is written for them. The Woman Who Was Accused Of Causing The Death Of Layne Staley Tell them you love them every chance you get! We tried to before but couldnt really connect with Nancy- too much focus on Laynes addiction and Heroin, and yknow there was a lot more to those times than just that. Her cause of death was an accute intoxication and the combined effects of opiate, meprobamate and butalbital. Being so removed from the reality of it all only made it more exciting though, and through all my adult years I have regularly sought out every bit of information I could about the real lives of the musicians involved, and in this case, their significant others. I didnt even know it was even possible to be that naturally beautiful. Blessings from Iceland. Still makes me very sad to this day as well, some pain never goes away I guess. Know that you are loved, and that we all care about you. We lost so many friends its no wonder the ones that are left behind like me and Darin.. suffer from PTSD (Post-traumatic stress disorder) not unlike a war torn vet would but the only difference is people dont see us as heroes we brought this upon ourselvesthe uncontrollable addiction that is .. Heroin. In Demris case specific, you are doing an incredible job, because you are brave enough to tell us who was the real and captivating Demri Parrott. My mother overdosed and died 2 years before Layne. Hi Susan, my name is Layla and I saw your comment about your cancer situation. You were never just Layne Staleys girlfriend you were definitely an energy and a force all your own. I just wish that they both had survived, Layne marrying her, but it seems that she didnt want to get married. Girlfriend of Alice In Chains' lead vocalist Layne Staley, Evergreen Hospital, Kirkland, Washington / Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, USA, Ivy Green Cemetery Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, USA, Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, Jacksonville, Florida (1985 - 1989). 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. I know that he was at Jerrys 98 Halloween concert, and had thought about making an appearance there. I too adore the photo of Demri on the couch, didnt she have the prettiest, most elegant little hands?! Thank you B! Her religion is listed as Christian. He adopted her and her birth name became Demri Lara Parrott. Demri Parrott. Layne was like no other. The website will forever live on my server for those seeking to learn a little more. Or did others drive her to where she needed to go? Hes a different person on coke. I will never be whole again and I keep stuffing the pain down and filling the hole in my soul with heroin but I never am rid of the pain nor am I ever joyful and worst I think of allI dont even feel alive. As for cotton what as ridiculous thing to say. 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.". Demri Parrott & Layne Staley Part 1 - YouTube Then Demri starts to get sick, and shes in the hospital many times, her heart, her lungs. I never told anyone that I knew you and you used to tell me dont let it bother you. Demri Parrott Wiki & Bio - everipedia.org RIP. Demri did NOT get Layne into heroin. Especially if youre their parents, siblings or children. Feb 8, 2019 - Explore Ken Ferrell's board "Demri parrott" on Pinterest. In 2017, 81,000 Americans tried heroin for the first time. She was best known as a model (adult/glamour). 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. Question: Did Demri ever drive a car? However, their addictions caused damage to the relationship and they broke off their engagement. I would love to read more about this era and i know there is alot of crap out there but in your opinion which book written about that time in history on AIC and even mentioning Demri would you think is the most accurate?? 2. I really appreciate this site. The girl is shorter, but not 411 short like Demri was. I think this is Rachel that made Andys purple hand hat. Almost makes me ache (being a parent of two girls already). Dating seems illogical. They can seduce you and make you feel like nothing else can be as good to you. So go to youtube and search for this: The talent and beauty he had surrendered to drug addiction and the rest was due to depression due to his drug use so all of it was due to heroin. Demri was the biological daughter of Kathleen Ann (Austin) and Dennis Wayne Dougherty. Dear Barbara, I wrote this on Darrins page, but Im writing to you again on this one, though they are probably all one and the same. Later, as he got deeper into heroin, he almost seemed stooped over and maybe a little bow legged in AICs last concerts in 96. Helping as a group also made too much sense. I started writing this journal online because writing about losing you all has helped to heal my broken heart when nothing else did. That couldnt have been put in a better way! He also did Mad Season at some point in there. Not sure about the legs. Was just curious about that. 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. Demri Lara Parrott Murphy (February 22nd 1969 - October 29th 1996) was an American model, artist, and muse, and an amateur actress, . Layne not accepting this, but hes starting to feel the pain also. 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. He didnt seem to want to do it because he had a bad feeling about it. What a wonderful site and tribute to Layne and Demri. Photos View all Demri Parrott pictures Description: 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. . Youve led a life that wouldve crushed a great number of people. Yes, shes there. If I didnt have anything I just wanted to give up and not go to work I have no idea how I made it through it because I called in with the flu a lot. I know Mrs. Austin has lost more than Demri, may God Bless her, and Laynes mom has a grandchild, or grandchildren, by now. And actually now seeing how long this thread is and the content I am not interested it at all. Last week she broke down mentally and was calling and texting me non stop saying she wanted to hurt herself and she felt like a piece of shit for doing this to me, she wanted me to come over to help her out with her breakdown so I . Layne Staley's Haunting Wedding That Never Was Will Break Your Heart The EMTS never did anything but save your friends life. I know this is an old post but why did you put Demris name in quotes? Ive read things on here claiming that she took his money and relied on him financially, but I cant say Ive ever read anything to say this is true. It is a horrible existence. Endocarditis is the end result of shooting with dirty needles or sharing them. Thank you for this site, and these photos, and your memories. i was born after demris passing but reading about her and seeing her photos is truly enchanting. Great to see you on here. She was around five feet tallmaybe even shorterand was stunningly beautiful. I needed to get back to work and Id drive them crazy getting up every couple hours and putting my ears to their mouth to make sure they were breathing. She was so young, so beautiful the tragic muse, a fairy. watch?v=dBZm-_6Qa3k Alice In Chains. there is something so special about her. Its like being high on life and thats what everyone should strive for because though life can be scary and ugly, it also can be beautiful depending on how you look at things. Demri Lara Parrott, 27, of Bremerton died Oct. 29, 1996, at Evergreen Hospital in Kirkland. I gotta say, if demri had lived, layne would be here to, No doubts, if she had gotten clean, there would have been hope, and this world would be a better place. On drugs and needing the klonapin I am sure she didnt discourage his feelings but more so she didnt want to hurt his feelings. xx. EVER. Layne knew this and its why her passing just crippled him. I do know someone who read Mike Starr biography thing he did and said he really had tickets on himselfhe couldnt express enough how much women loved him. Around October 20th or so she made some phone calls and wrote some letters to some people. She died on 29 October 1996 in Evergreen Hospital, Kirkland, Washington / Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, USA at the age of 27. Although Demri passed anyway, her mother remembers her fondly and without regret or anger. Ive really been inspired by a lot of Laynes music, both AIC and Mad Season. A month after I saw her on the bus, she was dead. God bless her, and God bless Layne, not just because I feel for them both, but because I hope that both are pain free in Heaven. (At the time, Layne didnt know what happened with MS. Id heard it from one of the people I knew who also lived there. 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. So thanks for always showing us the best of Demri! For my own sobriety I need to stay away from addicts. I know he was taking care of Layne and buying groceries and making sure he was eating and cared for. i recently posted this link on another demri question, but check out this site if you want to know about her. Demri Parrott - Listal I hope they are in peace and my prayers are with the family and friends. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. As for Mike Starr, if youre wondering, he was living in a crappy old apartment (same building that I used to live in,) with his father. People just want to feel happiness again. You will be ok. Love lots of love. Having the time of their lives, without drugs, and living things up with harmony, peace, and love. 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. We live in a world of selfishness. Apparently, he found that lasting love with Dem or did he? Ill do what I want! She was her own being, she did what she wanted, to the point that her tiny body couldnt take it anymore. Thats an actress and that picture is a screen cap from the video Sea of Sorrow. I cant say I know much about her, but in the end, I hate the idea of romanticizing two junkies seemingly feeding off of each other. Oh manI wrote all that for nothing. But in continuing with heroin and coke, she damaged her body more, to the point of no return. Media can put entertainers on the highest pedestals and even encourage the descructive behavior, but drop them like hot potatoes or make matters even worse when the downward spiral goes into overdrive. I was just wondering why couldnt you guys call the cops? Layne picked it out for her because of the gardens. Layne was very true to Demri in his heart, but he related many, many wild touring adventures to me.. It was copied and posted to several different places. Being and ex-heroin addict myself, I know first hand the trials and tribulations that come with doing hard drugs, trying to keep a relationship going with my addicted girlfriend, and playing in a rock band, all at the same time. When they cancelled the 94 tour it was because Layne was afraid. She still looked cheerful and pretty , https://m.facebook.com/photo.php/?fbid=375943654526117, https://m.facebook.com/photo.php/?fbid=375407361246413. He just didnt tell anyone that he was leaving. It turns my stomach. Alice in Chains was opening for Van Halen on tour in 1991 when Staley, prompted by Parrott,. Demri Forever As her mother, when I am missing her most all I have to do is google..I am so happy you made it, I tried to direct Rosheens Mother Tina to your site but she didnt get it so I will continue to try. Drugs make you paranoid. She was tiny (around 4'11", 150cm or 5, 152 cm), dark-featured, with long dark hair and dark eyes. Do you know that the book about Mike Starr on Amazon is like $100 bucks? Because shed been staying at his apartment at the time that she got sick (when he had gone on tour,) and according to them, he hadnt thought to leave her enough money to buy new bags of cotton for, what, ninety nine cents? She had her own connections for buying heroin and she could afford that, but it was LAYNES fault that she got sick b/c he hadnt bought her cotton before he left. so thank you again for all this and hope you are well. Did Layne Staley lose his teeth? 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. May God Bless you. More rehab for both. If it is made up, then she is an amazing writer. Now I dont have to worry about that anymore. Demri Parrott (demrilaraparrott)'s profile on Myspace, the place where people come to connect, discover, and share. Check it out and let me know. Demri Lara Parrott on Instagram: "Demri's obituary. If you have a She didnt want to be known asLayne Staleys girlfriend, but she started to be known this way. I was iving heroin for 8 years when i suddenly came down with what i thought was the flu. He found her like that, turned on the heating, drove home and did his laundry, leaving her in the car. Beautiful memorial and thank you Kathleen..it truly means a lot to those of us who hold them dear to our hearts. Hey there! He had his cats and a nice place to live and his art and his hobbies. Things were mellow, Layne was doing really well.
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