His father was an addict as well. I guess Im looking at the wrong fb pages. That would mean everything to me. The website will forever live on my server for those seeking to learn a little more. It was missing something. Anyways, I would love to hear an update from you, as to how youre doing, and hopefully feeling better. Youve led a life that wouldve crushed a great number of people. Barbara you are right on that they suffered from a fatal disease- and also right that drugs arent worth dabbling in. So im postive thats why Demri got so sick again after her heart surgery cause her new valve was so sensitive. It didnt matter if I was exhausted. She died last March. Bothered me for some reason. As for cotton what as ridiculous thing to say. Nope.. Layne and Demri's relationship made me come to terms with the fact that some people in your life will just drill a hole in your head and insert themselves there and there's nothing you can do to ever get them out. Helping as a group also made too much sense. Take care!! They werent dating at the time, just sharing the apartment. I knew Andy before her, but I started getting a lot closer to Xana than I ever had with him. Im at a low point in my life, and any more information about Demri would be greatly appreciated. Jason Buttino, who has recordings of both versions, attributes the change to the fact the second version was recorded more than a year after the death of Demri Parrott, Layne's longtime girlfriend. *, I will pray for you and your family, God bless you Susan. Every story is different so I cant claim to say this is the best advice for every person with an addict in their lives. But god, if he isnt just a little gratified also. View the most popular Demri Parrott pix. I know he was taking care of Layne and buying groceries and making sure he was eating and cared for. Demri was well known and had numerous friends that she touched with her charismatic and enchanting personality. 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. The opposite occurred, she cut off contact with Layne save for minor interactions, she hustled to get money for smack. For those that have been debating on whether to buy it or not, I say, save your money. We all were our suing a buzz in those days and the idea was to just be careful. I remember I was shooting video for Nancy at one of those tributes five years ago -shooting man on the street interviews outside, and Mike pulled up in a limo and talked to some of us , and we chatted but he was high as a kite. Heroin doesnt turn you into an asshole. He was usin. at this time of year. if you knew what junkies were like you wouldn't be romantising this shite. I love it. Then they put out Tripod and yet again Layne would not be able to tour because he was so sick. 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. One Day Ay A Time. Its been a doubt to me, because Ive also read in a lot of interviews from 97, 98, that Mark was already living in La because of rehab and stuff like that but sometimes would come to Seattle, although he moved to LA in 98but yeah, it might be possiblethanx again! I do know for sure that he seemed shorter because his spine curved since he spent literally years in that position. She kind of reminded me of Brooke Shields in the movie Pretty Baby. She still looked cheerful and pretty , https://m.facebook.com/photo.php/?fbid=375943654526117, https://m.facebook.com/photo.php/?fbid=375407361246413. I tried to tell myself its all in my head and that it would get better but no matter what the drug strips you of your ability to compromise and feelings about how things affect others. I was jealous of the model dip**** and I hated her. Hi Barbara, I remember right after Layne passed that you sent me a beautiful email about Demri. I made it, but my wife sadly did not. Older more successful groups need to talk to some of the up and coming or simply make a video so that record companies can play it to newly formed groups. That all makes total sense. She almost died from doing a speedball. I relapsed and used from april to june of 18. Keep us updated on how you are doing. She was born Feb. 22, 1969, in Bremerton. And thank you very much for your attention and respect with us fans! He hardly ever saw Jerry anymore, but Mike Inez was still kind of close with him. Both Layne and Dem were very attractive individuals with a fan base. pfft, you didn't even fkn know her. Go to you tube, type in temple of the dog off ramp cafe. David Lee Roth's opinion on Freddie Mercury and Queen Paul Stanley doesn't agree that Rock and Roll is dead I have changed it though to allow 3 and I have posted the videos for you.. all you have to do is post the link and it will automatically post the embedded video. Its so sad to hear that she wasnt in one place for long. Nice whataboutism. I never met him, but thats according to people who did. Not sure about the legs. Then he drove to Bothell and unloaded the car at home and he couldnt get her to wake up. "Layne supplied nearly all the money for their addictions. Question: Did Demri ever drive a car? I was neglecting EVERYONE even my daughter when sick and when High I just wasnt worried about it. We are all human. I was encouraged even more to see that people actually came here to read it and asked for more. It seems that Demri and Layne took pleasure in hurting one another until it got to be too much. Mind, I never knew him entirely well and I never saw him do it, but its what people were saying. Dave. Demri was bisexual, and she was a nudist. The statistic for heroin addicts who get clean and stay clean are actually depressing and shocking. Jerry did love Layne but there are definitely 2 Jerrys. 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. Dear Barbara, But that black cloud, which they couldnt see in those early days, hovered over them both. This website was also made with the AIC fans in mind and to introduce you to themthe real Demri not just the girlfriend of Layne Staley. American of Native American (Cherokee), Irish, Scottish, remote Welsh, English, and Swiss-German descent. But of course I would hate to spread any lies or speculation; if youre a friend or relative that somehow comes across this and would like anything removed please let me know. Barbara, you are so good to remember your friends. Late 96, Demri started backsliding and this was around when I finally met her. God bless her mother, cause mine would have let me die without hospital stays. I know thats super personal n i thought i remember Barbara saying she didnt know specifics on what exactly happened. She didnt want to be known asLayne Staleys girlfriend, but she started to be known this way. 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. He thought because he wasnt living there he shouldnt have to. Im determined to fight this demon, and be a better daughter, sister, aunt and friend to those who love me. I think of her all the time, and how our similarities made me feel so much better about myself as a teenager. Merry Christmas to you. The village to raise a child or extended family member or friend to help re-direct those who are going off track, is not here anymore. Jul 10, 2014 - Layne with fans New Years Eve 1999, reportedly last public photo in circulation. She was tiny (around 4'11", 150cm or 5, 152 cm), dark-featured, with long dark hair and dark eyes. or Tracy Johnson.. all of them can be found on my Facebook friends list. I was with Demri most of 96 up until I went in the Hospital Oct.14. I feels like Demri realised too late and by protecting everyone and trying to avoid them any further pain, she decided to leave. 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. 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. Id love to hear your take on any of them if you do read them though. "remembering Demri"..? It is not that great. When they cancelled the 94 tour it was because Layne was afraid. I miss Laynes voice so much, but I have to admit that I absolutely love Black Gives way to Blue (the song). He wanted a teddy bear that Demri Lara Parrott had and who had stayed with her at the hospital.. 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 . Ok, thank you Liz! Certain parts of this story are definitely true. Layne and Demri in the Sea of Sorrow video. Layne and Demri | Grunge Graveyard I dont know. No problem. But he wanted to be left alone. Mark and Layne were really cool together. She didnt met her biological father and half sister until she was an adult. He obviously didnt have the strength. Seattle police reportedly found Staley on his couch, weighing 86 pounds. I used to live off Denny with Rosheen and Demri stayed with us alot so it was very easy for me to picture the scene when you found your poor sister. Who is the other girl with her on the couch? It sounds far fetched but then thinking that we just turn off like a light bulb is also way too hard for me to accept. That sound was amazing I was listening to Rotten Apple with the black lights on and it just took me to another place. They have many members,some who knew Layne personally,and they are always being updated with member participation. By the way she didnt like her name shorted she loved the unique name of Demri. Full name: Demri Lara Parrott Murphy Date of birth: February 22, 1969 Died: October 29, 1996 Age at death: 27 years old Parents: Kathleen Austin (mother) Dennis Wayne Dougherty (father), Stephen John Parrot (stepfather) Siblings: 4 (Devin C. Remme, Derek J.P. Murphy, David J.M. AIC has always been a huge impact on me personally (and musically). They went down to QFC and he asked her to wait in the car while he ran into the store to buy a few things. i hope all the people who shared their stories here are doing well and i pray for those who have lost their battles and for their families as well. REED HUTCHINSON (Feast guitarist) Before Layne was going out with Demri, I got to know her through You will be ok. Love lots of love. I recently watched the Andrew Wood documentary and your words had me in floods of tears. Does that not spread to ones own family? Oh manI wrote all that for nothing. Remembering Demri : r/AliceInChains - reddit Also you dont party on heroin you longing about, nodding out, maybe drooling on yourself, and falling asleep in the middle of a sentence.