I pray that you have lots and lots of time left with no pain. We live in a world of selfishness. Beautiful, dedication, Demri, Demri Parrot, Picture, Pictures, Rest in Peace. (Im sure this is an exaggeration but you get the idea.) 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.". Makes me wonder whether genius will always, without exceptions, come with an enormous cost. Those pictures are breathtaking. Im grateful to be 19 years clean and sober and also I stopped before my body got thrashed ( although coke alcohol and pot were my drugs of choice, not heroin). 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. Her memorial service took place on November 2 at Neighborhood Christian Center, and donations were made to Harborview Adult Medicine Alcohol and Drug Rehabilitation, Harborview Medical Center in Seattle, Washington. Those things would be great, I just wanted to be there when others werent so they had a safety net at all times. I think of her all the time, and how our similarities made me feel so much better about myself as a teenager. I love it. 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? I try to study the different religions, lead a good life, treat others like I want to be treated and reach out to others who need it. 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. Anyways, I would love to hear an update from you, as to how youre doing, and hopefully feeling better. What a cute smile! They refered to her separately as a groupie who lied and tried to have sex with them and they said NO so she slandered them. Layne loved Clean Demri it gave him hope. Demri died in October 1997, and you say that Rosheen died six months later. 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. I go to ER find out i have endocarditis again because after u get ur valve replaced it can EASILY get infected again. Not a day goes by when I dont think of the both of them. In a few days it will be 24 years since her passing, and Id really love to honour her just by sharing some of the things Ive read about her; good and bad. Thats an actress and that picture is a screen cap from the video Sea of Sorrow. Alice In Chains. If you need to talk to someone when times get tough just shoot me an email my address is boggs128@aol.com and I will chat with you. Suffice to say that she got the wrong ideas about some things, Layne was hurt by her assumptions and they parted ways for a while. Why? I pray every day that he does not experiment with H, because I know that he will not come back from that. One of his more moronic friends told me that he had actually died, but what little I did get from Layne told me this wasnt true. Everything has already been said here, but I want to thank you personally. I struggle everyday to not use heroin. Having the time of their lives, without drugs, and living things up with harmony, peace, and love. Miss Layne so much. But my son also dabbles in drugs. I think she, Nancy, and Mike Starrs mom have been through hell. I dont update it much because Ive basically said all I have to say and it was the most healing thing I ever did. Hi Barbara, I was just checking in to see if there are any new posts an I noticed your comment about the books. That sound was amazing I was listening to Rotten Apple with the black lights on and it just took me to another place. 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. 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. She was also seeing this new guy that her family hadnt met. People call to make sure they are listed in the Thank Yous on an album. Most of us refused to turn someone on for the first time. Having been an avid fan of grunge for well over 20 years, I had always wondered about those references to Demri in relation to Laynes demise. 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. Ive been writing on this website now for at least 4-5 years and before that I would write about my memories on my personal blogs (Divageekdesigns.com and ibdreamy.livejournal.com) when I was missing them or whateverbut those posts got so much attention.. over the years that I finally decided to create a website dedicated to them. Layne and Alice in Chains bassist Mike Starr were watching television on April 4, 2002, the day before Staley died of a heroin overdose. Then Demri starts to get sick, and shes in the hospital many times, her heart, her lungs. Love and support to you and your family, God bless to you! Her true fans have compassion. Most of her friends describe her as a very sweet and beautiful person, kind, peaceful and artistic. Just not interested in other peoples opinions or stories, they bore me. Have a look see and enjoy! I hate the way he made people feel, so worthless and small. 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. Please answer, so that I may know that youre ok. All my love, Laura. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Oct 29th is a day a lot of us who knew and loved Demri will never forget. So, anyway, the point to me leaving a comment is to say that I just read Layne Staley, Born again by Adriana Rubio. Her full name at birth was Demri Lara Parrott. She is too tall.. too lean wrong body type.. cant see her face.. wrong hair.. wrong clothes.. just not her. 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. Laura. I went through and read all the Layne/Demri parts when I first got the book, too. For the first time in 10 yrs im doing good! Mike met with her because when Layne got mad she refused his calls so Mike did it to tell her off and because he wanted to find out why he was ejected from the band and figured it was from Melinda and Sean breaking up. And part of me wondered if he moved there because he didnt have to drive anywhere and it was easy access. I first read that on the findadeath.com forum many years ago maybe 06 or 07? She died on 29 October 1996 in Evergreen Hospital, Kirkland, Washington / Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, USA at the age of 27. You can tell when theyre lifers. Although she went to rehab several times, it didnt work to her, and sometimes had to turn to theft and prostitution to get some money for the drugs. Anway hope you continue to find this website informative and fun to visit. He is artistic, plays the drums and guitar, he has natural talent. Yes, I like both men and women. She was vacant, self-serving and morally bankrupt. I am sure that he was pressured to go on tour and not feeling well decided that instead of letting the fans down and letting them see him in that state he felt he had a better chance stating away from that pressure. Marilyn Monroe. I dont think that her and Layne had a healthy relationship and I dont think it should be idealised. Dear Barbara, thanks so so much for this post. I was encouraged even more to see that people actually came here to read it and asked for more. We grew up together and we lost her 9 months after Demri. I found this online and I wanted to share it in case you havent read it before, Laynes girlfriend, Demri [Parrott], was the one who made the connection between our bands. The blue hat was given to the EMP by me at Mike Starrs service there. The picture depicted Staley enjoying a cigarette outside the venue. Then again, all the dealers would come to his house anyway, because, hey, he was Layne Staley. Because it does and these beautiful people have created this place for dialogue. But when people are addicted to heroin, they have to want to stop or you cant really help them. But she went one way for love, he another. Songwriting abilities have nothing to do with personality. I have wanted the book for years, but could not see me spending $200+ for a paperback book. Thanks for setting the record when it needs to beK, COMMENT LEFT ON ORIGINAL POST: DARIN LAMBS GUEST POST ONE OF LAYNE AND DEMRIS BEST FRIENDS AND MY EX-BOYFRIEND, On this anniversary of Dems passing I just want to thank all of you especially you Barbara, Darin and Fabiola for making these bittersweet days a little brighter.when I am aching and missing her I can come here, .Perhaps my niece will write about Dems life it seems some folks are interested.but Ill need you guys for those times.we were so close as you knowthe misinformation and assumptions out there just doesnt get itthanks for truthlove you kathleen, COMMENT LEFT ON ORIGINAL POST: DARINS GUEST POST COMMENTS. 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. She is not, as widely but wrongly believed, the woman on the cover of Alice in Chainss album Dirt, released on September 29, 1992, that is model and actress Mariah O'Brien. Their legacy should be used in the context of learning. Anyhow, over and out-just wanted that cleared up. I will forever cherish our short time together. Youre a wonderful woman. I'm fascinated at how a beautiful young lady like Demri lost control of her life to drugs. What a cute smile!!! thank you for you time keep up the good work for these beautiful magic souls you keep alive. I know its been mentioned she was to keep her distance from the band later on but I thought you might have some fun memories travelling together to see some AIC gigs from earlier in the picture? It was missing something. she looks really different than in her other photos, still pretty, just a little rough and worn down. You were making fun of it and you crooned the line you are so superduper bravissimo to me like the big goofball that you were. We need to find a way to unite and help our sons, daughters, friends, lovers, entertainers. Just saying that Demri could have done so much more. Geez pretty uncomfortable and geeky but thats why I loved them they were so far from what you would imagine a rock star would be like.. just normal guys who had normal insecurities. Demri was a leech. I think that Layne always sort of blamed himself for not looking after her, because she did need looking after. I honestly hope so but if not.. no judgment here just love and understanding. The website will forever live on my server for those seeking to learn a little more. She said she believes her daughter was there that night to be there with Layne as hes doing his transition.. Thanx though cool video.. they were all such dorks when it came to interviews. She was tiny (around 4'11", 150cm or 5, 152 cm), dark-featured, with long dark hair and dark eyes. I never thought much about the lyrics until, fast forward about 6 years, and I was on dope. The site is great, the pictures are beautiful, and it so wonderful that we can remember them. See more ideas about demri parrott, alice in chains, demri lara parrott. I feels like Demri realised too late and by protecting everyone and trying to avoid them any further pain, she decided to leave. Hearing how so many of your friends relapsed makes it obvious just how addicting heroin is and how strong of a grip it has. Every now and then Ill go through a phase where I read as much as I can about her, it never really feels like I know enough. Thank you again, Layne. If I worked at Microsoft and went to Rehab I guarantee my coworkers wouldnt be coming to hash out work problems. I dont update it much but sometimes I add to the pages more.. like I did this one recently. had an issue and he couldnt stop. It is not worth your life and the heartbreak of your family just to see what its like. Hope you write that book about the two of them and/or those times! It doesnt seem right to me that they continue the band because there is no improvement. Jerry did love Layne but there are definitely 2 Jerrys. Thank you and I am sorry too just been very emotional lately with all going onno disrespect to this wonderful page or people. She wore vintage costumes, long skirts with docs, lots of vintage style 30s and 40s jewelry. It took me a long time to figure out what to write here, but I felt compelled to say something. A lot of creativity! Austin got that bear back after it was found in Layne's. Layne Staley died on April 5, 2002 due to an overdose. A lot about Alice in Chains, Mad Season and Layne. Of course we all make mistakes for Gods sake and so what?! Layne Staley believed that the ghost of Demri visited him just days before his April 2002 death. I also took the photo of Demri with the red white and blue tights on, I gave her the tights from my work Fantasy Unlimited, and we went to see our friend Pony and I think she and Pony dressed up then we took a few photos, this being one. I cant get it to paste & post, but at least the other two are still here However so. Hi Amber, I was shocked to see how much you have shared about Layne and Demris life. I looked a little bit like Demri back then and I always had the feeling that Layne was a little weirded out by that. As a result, there is a last photo that was published in 1998 and one final photo that was taken in 2002, just weeks before his death. I wish I didnt wait so long to return.but life gets in the way. View the most popular Demri Parrott pix. Layne later said that Demri wasnt too bothered by this, but I didnt know her then. Did you hear this new record by this band? And I loved itI thought it was so cute. And actually now seeing how long this thread is and the content I am not interested it at all. I read it within days. Haha! A month after I saw her on the bus, she was dead. Then they put out Tripod and yet again Layne would not be able to tour because he was so sick. Take care and Thanks so very much again for keeping this site up and running. e_biggrin.gif ) His anime of choice back then was Vampire Princess Miyu. Chris Cornell talks about mikes shirt etc. to quickly search for other people with the same last name in the same cemetery, city, county, etc. Do you know that the book about Mike Starr on Amazon is like $100 bucks? -Chris, Was wondering if you ever went on any road trips with Demri to see AIC? Anyway, I think you hit the nail on the head when you explained why Layne did what he did. When Layne didnt feel like eating Johnny could get him to drink an Ensure sometimes 2 or 3. A Subreddit for anything Alice in Chains related. So thats what i have been doing staying clean. I will speak for us all in saying we hope you read this and change your minds. DAVID DUET Before I left Seattle, Alice in Chains was having their big Bumbershoot show and Facelift was out. I didnt want to say too much about myself when you are facing so many scary health problems but my stepfather died 2 weeks ago of lung cancer. Seattle police reportedly found Staley on his couch, weighing 86 pounds. She died of an accidental overdose, her mother will confirm this and its also written on her death certificate. It wasnt a blatant thing, but it was definitely implied a couple of times that they wanted to know how he was. at this time of year. Truly a loving person. I offered to go if it would help in any way (work was my drug) friends suck it up and help eachother. Demri and Rosheen loved each other very much and I loved them both. I hope that you get to write your own edition of a book about Demri and Layne. I know that. . Hey would call her to be around him and of course she would eventually relaps and hed kick her to the curb. You lose the internet Susan bc you obviously dont give a shit about other people that have to concentrate on sobriety every day, work a full time job, pay bills, take care of kids, etc. Given the seriousness of why you were there you thought she would be upset and she was glad to have you there and her gone. It is around this point he cut her off financially so he was not supporting her addiction. Also how she would decorate her hospital room with the same. It floods your brains receptors with nothing but the good feeling chemicals and then when you try to say OK, Im done Ive had enough..Well, too badbecause your body and your brain will fight and lie to you..Just one more time it will sayyoull promise yourself over and over.. until you eventually just give up and cant fight it anymore because you get so violently sick. Demri was staying with a friends Dad trying to kick by the time I got out so she could come stay at my parents while I recovered from surgery and she had to be clean to do that. 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. But i get drug tests and go to counseling and outpatient classes. Genealogy for Demri Lara Parrott (1969 - 1996) family tree on Geni, with over 230 million profiles of ancestors and living relatives. Its like someone out there looking for a job and you cant find one but you keep trying and trying but after a while you just give in to the fact that its not going to happen and you stop trying. I love this picture of Dem.. her hair.. her style..her attitude and her smile.. everything that made her Demri is in this picture. But I hope that you will. They didnt want people to be too scared to call them. Im sure we all have that person that has this strange magnetic effect on us and we dont exactly know why.
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