Current Members of the Buffalo Troopers MC Phoenix, AZ Chapter

I ride a 2021 Indain Challenger, 2020 Harley Davidson Road Glide, 2013 Victory Cross Country custom, 2008 Victory Vision Tour, 2007 Yamaha Royal Star Deluxe and 2008 Custom Chopper. A native Phoenician, I have two boys, two girls and 4 grandchildren. I am a businessman that has owned several businesses over the last 22 years. I currently own Velt’s Personalized Car Care and 1st Choice Polygraph Service. I have a great heart for the Lord and have been an active member in the church where I served as the Armor Bearer under two different Pastors, served two terms on the advisory board and served on the usher board and as a greeter. I have headed up several committees and started up the October Fest at our church, which was a free festival to the community to give them an alternative to trick-or-treating. I have a passion for working with our youth. I have coached various sports for over 30 years, a love that started when I was a student athlete at Eastern Washington University, where I played basketball. I have coached at several levels from 3rd grade to High School. I am an avid motorcyclist that enjoys long rides and the camaraderie of the motorcycle family. After taking a trip to Sturgis South Dakota and several trips to El Paso, my passion for long road trips increased. It is one of my personal goals to ride my motorcycle to all 49 states and rent a bike to ride in Hawaii.

I ride a 2018 Honda Goldwing and 2013 Honda F6B Goldwing. ihave had different motorcycles in the past.  I have been riding off and on since I was a kid back in Louisville Ky. Married to Nicole ‘Lady Style” Bright we have 2 girls and 2 boys. My passion for riding motorcycles has been in my blood and family for years.  And with the opportunity, of being around like minded people and the NABSTMC members.   I look forward to enjoying even more long rides and fellowship with my Buffalo brothers and sisters.

After serving 14 years, I honorably received an early retirement from the U.S. Marine Corps.  During the Gulf War I received different awards along with my combat action award. It is and has been an honor to serve my country proudly.  My civilian life and education, lead me to become a Finance Manager in the automotive and mortgage industries for over 20 years.  With 8 of those years as owner of a small Phoenix based auto dealership and mortgage company. 

I have a passion for helping the community and coached AAU travel basketball for 12 years helping young people, achieve their goals of attending college and universities.   

The opportunity to ride my motorcycle and serve my community is why I joined NABSTMC .

Bio to come - rides a 2014 Honda F6B and Victory Vision

Hernette H Boone is an Associate Phoenix Buffalo Trooper and goes by the name of X-lady. She  hails from New Jersey and is currently living in Arizona with her husband Malcolm Boone AKA X-Man.  Between the two of them they have five daughters and one son.  Hernette is a retiree from Verizon Communications of New Jersey where she was given awards for treasury and charity work for the Verizon Pioneers, a non-profit organization.  She earned her accounting degree from Bloomfield College in New Jersey.  Hernette does tax returns for AARP of Arizona a volunteer organization.  Currently in her spare time she enjoys reading, music, dancing, playing the guitar,learning to play the piano and hanging out and doing charity work with the Buffalo Troopers.

Favorite Quote, "When you know better, you do better". Maya Angelo

Ride a 2011 Victory Vision Tour and 2007 Custom Chopper. A native of Phoenix Arizona, I grew up and was educated in the public school system of Arizona. I attended Arizona State University where I became a Kappa Alpha Psi in 1972. I worked for the City of Phoenix as a heavy duty mechanic for 30 years until retiring in March 2015. In 1984, I was very active in working to get the state of Arizona to recognize the Dr. Martin Luther King’s national holiday. I am an active volunteer with South Phoenix Pop Warner Association. I help serve the community in several ways, such as: feeding the homeless, adopting a family during the holiday season, working with the community group “We Three-Women of Excellence”, in the “Thanks for Giving Thanks” event, feeding over 150 people in a sit down Thanksgiving dinner.

Ride a 2007 Road King. I honor the service of my father (Navy), my three uncles (Army), my sister and brother in-law (both retired Air Force) and elder cousin (Marines). Retired, 30-years telecommunications (Verizon). Favorite quote: "Your Body is your Temple". Been riding on and off-road over 30-years (anybody familiar with the Pine Barrens in South Jersey?) I enjoy time with Family, from immediate Family to my riding Family and those that you meet all along the way. It doesn’t matter what you ride as long as you can keep up. The idea is to maintain your friendships and your self-respect across all lines. I have enjoyed supporting various charitable organizations throughout my working career as well as being able to enjoy the Buffalo Troopers since moving to Arizona.

Damon (Ghost) Bryant is a native of Indianapolis, Indiana. Ghost has been a Full Patched Member of the Phoenix Chapter of the Buffalo Troopers since July of 2019. Ghost has over 20 years of motorcycling experience. Ghost rides a 2017 Victory Cross Country. Since joining the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers, I have had the honor and privilege of meeting some of the most genuine people who share the same enthusiasm for community service and the enjoyment of motorcycling. Damon currently holds the position of Treasurer/ Sgt At Arms.

A native of San Francisco, California, I grew up and was educated in the public school system of California. Since graduating high school, I have worked in the insurance industry for 30 years. I grew up in the Baptist Church, serving on the usher board for many years, and eventually became President of the California Northern District Ushers Association, serving in that position for over 8 years. I have also served the community in several ways, such as feeding the homeless every first and third Saturday by making 200 brown bag lunches and taking them to the park to distribute to the needy. Other community service tasks include adopting a family during the holiday season and working on the board of United Way through Nationwide Insurance Company. In January 2012, I was relocated to Scottsdale, Arizona, with my employer and continued to fulfill my passion to help others. I have since founded and organized “We Three – Women of Excellence”, a group of ladies who participated in the “Thanks for Giving Thanks” event, feeding over 150 people in a sit-down Thanksgiving dinner.

Born and raised in Boston Mass, studied “Business and Marketing” at Northeastern University, later to move to Glendale AZ. Happily married to Edward “Pit Bull” Durham since 1981. Two beautiful daughters, Nikita and D’Andrea, and one grandson that has a very special place in my heart. Have worked for American Express Platinum Travel for 17 years, later to become a caregiver for my Father and Mother (Circle of Life). In doing this, I have learned my true love for nature, whether it be working in the yard or riding on the bike... I have a love for travel, shopping, and most of all, doing charitable work with my Trooper family. Favorite quote: “Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breaths away”.

I was born August 1966 in Detroit, MI to David and Ella Mitchell but I was raised in Indiana and attended Indianapolis Public Schools. I have been on the motorcycle scene all my life. I even raced motorcycles until I became serious about my career as a Truck driver. I have been driving Commercial Vehicles for over 25years.  Got married in 2007, my wife (Shanell Mitchell aka Viper) and I started BubbleGumExpress, LLC in 2016.  We now live in Arizona been out here for over 3 years with no plans to go back to Indy. I joined Buffalo Troopers in 2020 with plans to do more incredible living and riding.

Bio to come - 

School in Buffalo, going on to graduate from James Madison High School in Rochester, NY. I attended Erie Community College for Security Administration. I then went on to Colgate Community College of Theology where I earned my degree in Religious Studies, graduating December, 1991. In 1992, I became an Ordained Elder at the Evangelistic Temple, where I served until moving to Phoenix, AZ. In 1998 was again ordained, this time as Deacon at the Mt Calvary Phoenix, Baptist Church, then became a part of the Willow Grove Missionary Baptist Church as Deacon where I continue to serve. I am also the President of the Salt River General Valley Baptist Convention Brotherhood where I continue to serve. I also continue to serve the Phoenix community outreach missions.

I currently ride a 2013 Can Am Spyder. I have worked in the  public education system as well as private sector for over 23 years,   With a Bachelors in Liberal Science and Arts completing later a Masters degree in the field of Public Health.

OriginalIy from South America, I moved to Arizona over 20 years ago.  Now married to my husband David Bright  AKA DBreezy.  We have 4 kids, 2 daughters and 2 sons.

I have been riding my 2013 Can Am Spyder for 3 years but join the NABSTMC family in 2018 as an associate.  I love my motorcycle family and I enjoy  being a part of many of our community events.

My favorite quote is : "Home is where the heart is'.

Hello, my name is Shawna Bryant, and my riding name is "Rogue" and I am an Associate!  I was introduced to the Phoenix Buffalo Troopers in October of 2018.  I became an official patch member June 1st, 2019.

I live in Goodyear, AZ with my husband Damon "Ghost" Bryant, and our two children.  I moved to Phoenix, Arizona October of 2018 from Indianapolis, Indiana where I was born and raised.  The high school that I attended was Arlington High School, and graduated May of 1987.  I have an Associate's Degree in Paralegal.

I am currently retired from Marion County Superior Courts in Indianapolis, IN.  I worked there for over 23 years in the court system as a: Mental Health Coordinator, Criminal Court Clerk, Bailiff, and retired as a Court Reporter.  I also worked with the Public Defender Agency of Indianapolis with transcripts, and was a Special Deputy Sheriff for two years.

I would like to say that I am enjoying being a Phoenix Buffalo Trooper!  I enjoy being a part of many of our community events, and two biggest events around the holidays: the give back dinner and toy drive.  The camaraderie we have is immeasurable!  I look forward to future endeavors with the Buffalo Soldiers Troopers Family!

I was born February 1969 to Patrick Crockett and Carla Breeding.  I attended Indianapolis Public Schools. In 1989 I became a Marion County Sheriff's Deputy, were I was employed there until I retired in 2016.  I got married in 2007 to Thomas Mitchell aka Checkin. In 2016 we started BubbleGumExpress. LLC which is a Trucking Company.  We been living in Arizona for over 3 years with no desire to move back to Indy.