His style was like no other. I read once that everyone knew her, and if you went anywhere with her from California to Vancouver, shed bump into people she knew. I was into the grunge scene since my brother first brought home a copy of Nirvana Nevermind in 1991. I was neglecting EVERYONE even my daughter when sick and when High I just wasnt worried about it. 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. Blessings to each of you! She died last March. So I get it and I consider myself to be a very strong willed woman. I also thing its amazing how they found such amazing friends along the way who stuck with them during the hardest times! Not just a story about Layne and Demri. thank you Barbara if you see this for sharing all this information. I see a lot of conjecture and guessing about the nature of these relationships and its bugged me for years. I went through and read all the Layne/Demri parts when I first got the book, too. Im very thankful for my daughter because for the first time I had to clean up and start to deal with things. beautiful post, beautiful website and beautiful comment thread . We got along at first. Courtney Love, center, tried to chase down Staley following the death of Kurt Cobain (r.), to see if he might've known something about the mysterious circumstances surrounding Cobain's death. Murphy. Demri was a leech. The girl looks like her. Demri was of Irish, Scottish, Welsh, English, and Swiss-German descent. But NOBODY should romanticize this story. From what Ive read, she was disliked by many people in Laynes life (and vice versa) because they viewed her as a bad influence, and she knew this. Surgeries on her. Was it the pressure she felt? 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. I cant get over how freaking gorgeous Demri truly is. Hope you write that book about the two of them and/or those times! Barbara thanks for putting your heart into this and also for educating people about drugs. Beca, I just wanted to Thank you for your story. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); All text content on this website is copyrighted by Barbara Dearaujo Text and comments may NOT be reproduced on or offline with out permission. Jerry started to stay away from Layne though. I never wanted to end my life this way. 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). That was a long time ago now but I still remember it like yesterday. So I just admit that I do not have the answers. He only ever made one reference to the fact though, and that was after she was gone. The statistic for heroin addicts who get clean and stay clean are actually depressing and shocking. Origin and recording. Heroin usually either ends in jail, life long opiate replacement programs like methadone or suboxone or death. God Bless your sobriety! 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. Im loving this website and to found out more about Layne and Demri and how unique they were makes me really happy| . She had allegedly accepted that drugs would kill her, and so she continued to use. I wasnt even sure where to post this comment but whatever. But then I was never much more than a witness. Thanks for posting that. I have IBS, Irritable Bowel Syndrome, so I shouldnt be taking anything, but the pain is so bad. 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. Drugs can bring you to the highest heights. Staley struggled with addiction for much of his adult life and later died from a speedball overdose on April 5, 2002, at the age of 34. I breed dogs, I work in tech support and Im a web designer.. not in a MILLION years would anyone have guessed that about me. 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. I can understand as well as empathize with Layne, Demri, and all addicts that have been seduced by a drug that seems so good at first. 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. Yes, she introduced Layne to heroin, yes, they both got caught up in it, but she didnt want to stop, though Layne tried. Ivan Toney: Bio, Player Profile, England Call-Up, Fascinating Details About Him. He walks around flipping his hair and trying to hump everything he thinks might have a vagina. Staley then delved into his family life and how his father passed away after falling into a drug-filled route, with the two growing estranged. October 29, 1996 Where did Demri Parrott die? Makes total sense that D and L were soulmates. Thanks so much, your website and memories are so generous and appreciated. <3, Hi Barb I needed to reach out to one of Demris friends. Demri had family, many friends, and Layne, but she kept on running to the end. Also you dont party on heroin you longing about, nodding out, maybe drooling on yourself, and falling asleep in the middle of a sentence. Also, tf is your point? 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. In 1996, Staley's life was turned upside down when his former fiance, Demri Lara Parrott, died of a drug overdose and when she passed, so did a bit of Staley. REMEMBER Layne and Demri. She collected vintage clothes and was described as an artistic and peaceful person. Layne apparently adored her; he would never talk badly about her and apparently it was the same with her. She was vacant, self-serving and morally bankrupt. He knew that I liked her, and I think she would sometimes use me Because it does and these beautiful people have created this place for dialogue. Hed had a close call and he didnt think that hed be able to stay clean on the road with that lifestyle. Bless you, get well, and have a Happy New Year filled with love, happiness, and joy. Oh my she was so beautiful, so beautiful. Take care, stay strong. Demri Lara PARROTT Left this world October 29, 1996; born in Bremerton, Wa, on Feb 22, 1969 and attended school in Arlington. Again Thank you so much for sharing your story it is important that we all share our stories with each other openly and honestly so another person does not fall into the same trap. Demri tried to warn me too and I also ignored her and lost years of my life.. that I can barely remember and doing almost everything I had always promised myself that ID NEVER DO I EVENTUALLY ENDED UP DOING THINGS I COULD NEVER OF IMAGINED ALWAYS JUST TRYING TO SURVIVE THAT FUCKING EVIL ADDICTION!! So thats what i have been doing staying clean. 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.Demri was born in Bremerton, Kitsap County, Washington, in the United States of America's Pacific Northwest. Demri Lara Parrott Murphy was an amateur actress, girlfriend, and later fiancee of Alice in Chains singer Layne Staley, who lived from February 22, 1969 to October 29, 1996. The did accept him but it never worked out. She kind of reminded me of Brooke Shields in the movie Pretty Baby. The Mad Season lyrics are generally regarded to be Laynes true feelings on everything and in Lifeless Dead he said How he wished that they would wed/I promise on our love she said/promises were never kept so we know he wanted to marry Demri at one point and for some reason I feel that he wanted to have a family. JAMES BURDYSHAW Demri had started lookin kinda ragged for a young person. Was she brought to this career choice based on struggles in her own life? I believe its the second version. (Terry McGinnis/WireImage). RIP. Ive been thinking a lot lately about Andrew, Demri, Layne etc, because Im currently waiting for a bed to open up at a detox facility to hopefully help me kick this awful ten-year addiction to painkillers. He had that presence that gave you goosebumps and made you want to move closer or turn up the volume. In October 1996, Staley was deeply shocked by the death of Demri Parrott, the vocalist's long-time girlfriend and fellow drug addict. I don't know man, you can try to write your own story as much as you want to, but it feels like some people enter this world with a story already written for them. I offered to go if it would help in any way (work was my drug) friends suck it up and help eachother. She must be a really strong lady. You have too many things left to do. I will also never let you be forgotten as long as my heart beats.this website was made in memory of you, Layne and Rosheen..and now sadly, Mike too. Personally I see it as a travesty that she has managed to get her name linked with Layne forever in some kind of tragic love story. Demri's obituary. I always hope to be able to tell myself if I become terminal someday that death is a part of life and hopefully itll bring me some comfort and I will look at it a different way. Thank you for visiting the site and showing love for the ones we love. Thanx though cool video.. they were all such dorks when it came to interviews. I too lost a sister. Was that not what Demri was trying to say? Anyways, just some comments from me, a no one, to leave for anyone to read, so close to the Christmas holiday. I first read that on the findadeath.com forum many years ago maybe 06 or 07? my heart aches when I see these pics. She never tapped it seemed.. no matter how horrible the circumstances got she could deal with it. LoveMara:). 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. The server responded with {{status_text}} (code {{status_code}}). In spite of all the rumors he WAS clean. I have not read any of the books written about the era or the books written about my friends Mike and Layne. It is a familiar tale but one that just cant penetrate the young minds. Of course we all make mistakes for Gods sake and so what?! Boredom plays a role and if your a recovering addict you have to keep yourself busy. ciao sorry for my english I hope to be understood, I wanted to participate more and share with many of you but as I said I do not know the English language, thank you barbara (admin) and his friend Darim you for sharing your stories . Her cause of death was an acute intoxication and the combined effects of opiate, meprobamate and butalbital. But it did allow me to come over for several days and get things clean a tidy, although Demri was always a neat freak around me. Dont forget me though and please continue to be my angel; I know theres enough of you to go around for everyone. People are complex and I never knew her but it seems this tribute site exists because she earned it. Instead, she ended up in the same position as him and later found herself going in and out of rehab. (Back then we were still afraid of Aids and stuff and I dont mean Layne and Demri but others that came over. Which didnt bother them though because they took it like one big joke. It took me a long time to figure out what to write here, but I felt compelled to say something. This is the kind of ridiculous talk he put up with from people who claimed to like him. I think the Laynes Place being referred to was the Ward Street house they both lived in with both of their stuff. I do not know how much truth there is in the message must have the attributes and say their name. Thanks for your honest opinion when you look at it like that its true im thinking of friends from 16yrs ago and even if someone wrote a book on me that facts are so not lined up with who i really am Education: Arlington High School, Washington (1984 1986); Lakewood High School, Arlington, WA (1986); and the Douglas Anderson School of the Arts, Jacksonville, Florida (1985 1989) By blaming Jerry and the rest of Laynes friends I also have to blame myself for moving so far away and losing touch. at this time of year. He was usin. Anyhow, over and out-just wanted that cleared up. 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. I am very sorry about your lossI hate cancer and congrats on doing good, keep strong. Even by something as small as a cold. I dont know. There is a girl in the right hand corner, she turns right then left while looking behind her. For me, I was blesse dot have been there when it all happened ( Im from L.A. She didnt want to be known asLayne Staleys girlfriend, but she started to be known this way. Layne was very true to Demri in his heart, but he related many, many wild touring adventures to me.. Thought the site was abandoned but I know life gets in the way. I have nooo clue i would never have imagined in a million years Id be doing what Im doing today if I was asked back thenI have 3 kids.. Demri died in oct 1996 and Rosheen died in 1997. There would be occasional sightings of Staley after that with open sores on his arms. 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? Living your life not feeling happy is not the way you were meant to live. RIP Demri and Layne. I was talking with her daily. I heard that methadone is harder to kick than H in some cases. "Demri HATED being known as Layne's girlfriend. Haha! Most of her friends described her as a very sweet and beautiful person, kind, peaceful and artistic.She met musician Layne Staley of Alice in Chains at a store called "Saturdays" where she was working, in 1988. His comments given to Rubio show that Staley was aware that his mortality was on the horizon and had accepted his fate. Due to addiction, he was recluse and it got worse after the death of his girlfriend, Demri Parrott, who died of a drug-related illness. Not sure about the legs. 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. Some are experimenting with stuff, which can just be a part of growing up. Back in 93 early 94 Layne was seeing this dip**** model who did more harm to him than good. Theres an interview with AIC from 1999 on RockLine (Im sure you know it) where Layne calls in, and at the end of the interview he mentions that theres a girl he was friends with that had turned into a freak. But my son also dabbles in drugs. Just wanted to say hi and that I really love all the site and all the posts about Layne and Demris music, art and lives. Around October 20th or so she made some phone calls and wrote some letters to some people. . You were like a mom to them,making sure they were eating and breathing. They both died alone, I know Demris mother and Aunt were with her, but in truth, everyone dies alone. I thought that taking drugs is an adventure, that it makes possible to survive such a thing as great artists who are an inspiration to us, but now I know its not an adventure, it is often the road of no return. Wed hide and they would sit on the porch for hours to the point Demri almost got evicted so she let them in. Apparently, he found that lasting love with Dem or did he? 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. Someone in his life thought that was enabling Layne and suggested Johnny move out.I cant remember who it was (maybe Nancy?) A little flower wild child girl who wont be never ever forgotten and will be for ever and for always loved and missed. Jerry did do some heroin but he was all about coke, girls, money and fame. 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