Our Family - Members

Frank Autry

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Luis Berrios

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Myron Bryant

I ride a 1989 Honda Goldwing.  I thank God for allowing my wife and me to be able to ride together and do something that we love doing.  It has added more unity to our 26 Years of marriage. 

Michael Clark

MR. Michael Clark born and raised in Oakland, CA on August 18, 1968 to Michael and Janet Clark.  I was educated in the Oakland public school system and graduated from Castlemont High School in Oakland, CA.

After which I joined the U.S. Army, where I have served all over Europe and Asia for the last 20 years.  I am currently employed as a Special Forces instructor at Fort Bragg, NC.  I have a Baccalaureate Degree from Campbell University and am currently working on my Master’s Degree from Webster University. 

I am a dedicated husband and father. I have a beautiful wife of 18 years by the name of Melannia Ramos-Clark and in addition to four beautiful children Martinique, Alexander, Aaron, and Ikea.

I had a 20 year break (1985-2005) in riding motorcycles because I’ve been busy jumping out of perfectly good aircraft for Uncle Sam.  I recently saw the light and have been riding again on my 2002 Harley Davidson Softail.  I am currently a member of the North Carolina Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club in Fayetteville.

My motto is: "Live to Ride, Ride to Live”

Bike name:  Low-rider

Gary Fisher

MR. Gary Fisher "Fish" born and raised in New York. I spent 26 years in the Military (Army) and retired in 2002.  I am married with a son, step-daughter and 2 grandchildren from my son.  I enjoy outdoor activities and riding my "Wing". I've been riding for about 20 years and look forward to full retirement so my wife and I can do more sightseeing via 2 wheels.  I’ve been a Buffalo Soldier for 2 years and have enjoyed every minute.  Currently I work in the Health Care Field as a trainer/consulter. I also do mentoring and provide services to troubled youth and adults.

See you out there, ride easy and be safe.

Marion Garvin

Member of New Life Bible Church; yes sings in the choir; born in Garnett SC. Entered the Air Force 1967 and honorably discharged 1971; entered civil service and joined the AF Reserve. Joined the fire department assigned to the following locations Galena AFS Alaska, Hill AFB, Dover, Pomona Atlantic City New Jersey McGuire, Chanute, Minot, Plattsburgh, Saginaw, Wurtsmith, Ramstein and finally retiring as Fire Chief Pope AF Base Education: BS Southern Illinois University Carbondale (SIU) Some graduate work through SIU, Associate degree Fire Science Community College of the AF. Adjunct instructor Ocean county community college.  Hobbies: Motorcycles, old cars.

I have been riding since 1975 my first bike was a 350 Honda CBR, then 500 Cow H-1, Yamaha 650, GL1000, GL1200 and the unbelievable GL1800; presently in the process of re-constructing/working on an old 64 Ford falcon enough said about that:

I like German chocolate cake, a good joke and laughter w/family and friends. My favorite situation is warm sunny day on my machine with the sun at my back and some good music playing.

William Hill

MR. William Hill, aka Ruff Rider, enlisted in the army on 30 Nov 61 and attended basic and AIT at Ft Jackson, SC. I attended jump school at Ft Benning, GA.  After jump school I arrived at Ft Bragg for Special Forces training. My assignments with Special Forces were the 1st Group, 3rd Group, 5th Group, 7th Group and JFK Center. My assignments with Special Forces took me throughout Asia and Africa. I retired on 1 Dec 91 at the rank of Sergeant Major. I have recently retired from the City of Fayetteville and at the present I refuse to hit a lick at anything.  I am married to Saralyn (Ms Sara) and between the two of us we have 8 children. All grown of course. I have been riding for 43 years and currently ride a Harley Davidson Ultra Classic.

Terrence Hudson

Terrence E. Hudson AKA T-HUD was born in Chicago, Ill, by way of Honolulu, HI. He has two sons Terrence, 16, and Tyler, 10. Terrence joined the military in 1986, his background is in Southeast Asia.T-Hud has been riding for 10 years. He and his wife started riding with the Gold Wing Rider Association-K2 of North Carolina in 1993. Since then they have joined the North Carolina Chapter Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club. They have been riding with the Soldiers since June 2002. This a Great Organization take a look at this website, there's nothing like it.

T-Hud signs off by saying: "Be Yourself or You Will Find Yourself By Yourself With Nobody To Blame But Yourself"....Ride Safe

Robert H Jenkins AKA MR-FIXER

Born in Stamford CT. I attended school in Garnett and Estill SC after graduating high school I move to Bronx New York. In 1966 I enlisted in the US Army  as a Hercules missile crewman were I served in New York and Germany for four years. IN 1975 I join the Army Reserve serving as a medic  and retiring after 20 years with the rank of E-7.   I was Worshipful master of Mount Olive Lodge #2 Prince Hall Mason in New York City  from 1986 to 1987.  

I was also a member of the Ossining auxiliary police dept. I retired from United Parcel Service after 30 years as a feeder driver in Elmsford NY.   I am married and have 3 children all grown. I reside in Fayetteville NC and ride a Yamaha v-star classic I really enjoy being a member of the Buffalo Soldiers.

Derrick Johnson

Captain Derek Johnson enlisted in the Army in DEC 1995 as Combat Medic.  His first duty station was HHC 1-504th PIR, Fort Bragg, NC where he served as a line medic.  In AUG 1998 he received a Green to Gold Scholarship to attend Eastern Michigan University.  He was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Infantry upon graduation in APR 2000.

After completing the Infantry Officer Basic Course and Ranger School at Fort Benning, Georgia, Captain Johnson reported to A CO, 1-87th Infantry, Fort Drum, NY.  There he served as a Platoon Leader during Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Anaconda and later an Executive Officer. He also served as the Battalion Adjutant and Battalion Rear Detachment Commander in 1-87th Infantry Regiment. 

Captain Johnson reported back to Fort Benning to coach, teach and mentor officer candidates at the Officer Candidate School (OCS) as a TAC Officer.  He then attended the Infantry Captain's Career Course and Pathfinder School.  He reported to Fort Bragg in JAN 2006 were he assigned to serve as Battalion Assistant Operations Officer in HHC 1-505th PIR.  He deployed in AUG 2006 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and later assumed command of HHC 1-505th. 

Captain Johnson is a graduate of the United States Army’s Airborne, Pathfinder and Ranger Schools.  He also holds a Bachelor of Science in Sociology from East Michigan University.

Captain Johnson has been married to his lovely wife Tanika for 3 years and they have a 18 month old daughter, Tiffany Joy.

Captain Derek “DOC” Johnson has been riding motorcycles for over 19 years;

Morris Johnson

He was born in Orangeburg, S.C. in the year of our Lord 19?? on October 31st to the late Joshua and Lula Johnson. Morris was educated in the Orangeburg School System and graduated from Wilkinson High School in Orangeburg, S.C.

After which Mr. Johnson joined the U.S. Marine Corp, where he served in Vietnam, and was honorably discharged after 3 years of service. Upon discharge he got into commercial real estate for 26 years and thereafter retired. After retiring, Mr. Jarhead went to work for JC Penney where he is currently employed.

He is also presently Captain and Commanding Officer of the 73rd Precinct Auxilary Unit for the New York City Police Department. Morris is a dedicated father and grandfather. He has two beautiful children with the late Patricia A. Johnson, Damian and Daviann, who is the webmaster of this site, and two grandsons Jahquan and Sha-Quil.

He's been riding for 4 years with his girlfriend "Ms. Honda Goldwing 1800". He is currently a member of the North Carolina Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club in Fayetteville.

His motto is: "Live to Ride, Ride to Live.......Semper Fi"

Earl C. Kemp

Earl was born on September 17, 1953 to Earl and Lola Matthews-Kemp in Sampson County. He graduated from Roseboro-Salemburg High School in 1972. On August 1973, he enlisted in the US Army. After completing his training he was assigned to numerous duty stations the last one being in Fort Richardson, Alaska. While in the US Army he was decorated with many medals and badges some of which were the Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service Ribbon, the National Defense Ribbon, and the M-16 Sharp Shooter Qualification Badge.He left the US Army after completing 8 years of service. Earl was employed with the US Postal Service from 1981 to 1987 in Anchorage, Alaska. After returning to North Carolina in 1987, he held numerous jobs: a meat cutter, a food inspector and a truck driver, from which he retired in July 1997.

He went on to attend Heritage Bible College in Dunn, North Carolina in January 2000, where he is still studying to be a minister. He also attends St. Peters United Holiness Church in Keener, North Carolina, in which he majors in Pastol Ministry.

Luby "Double L" Lee

Born on June 15, 1953 in Wayne County, North Carolina to Mr. Luby A. Lee and Vera S. Lee. He graduated from Southern Wayne High School in Dudley, North Carolina in 1971.

Luby married the former Dale Worrells. They were blessed with three children {Tara, Edward, and Arica}, and they also have three granddaughters {Tiara, Alexis, and De'sia}.

Mr. Lee joined the United States Army in October 1972. He was stationed at Ft. Wainwright, Alaska from 1975 to 1978. In 1983, he exited the Army.

His hobbies include riding bikes, working on old Chevy's, praising the Lord and singing with the Male Choir at Simon Temple African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.

Bike: Honda Goldwing

Hebert L. Martin

I was born in Laurinburg, North Carolina on September 20, 1950 to Mr. Neal A. Martin and Mrs. Henrietta Martin. I am from a large family to be exact there are ten boys and four girls. I attended I. Ellis Johnson School in Laurinburg, North Carolina from the first grade up until the eleventh grade; when I transferred to Scotland High School, in Laurinburg, North Carolina. I graduated from Scotland High School in 1968.

In 1970 I was drafted in the U. S. Army for a two year tour. After Advance Training; I was stationed with the 561st MP Division in Washington, D.C. I was later transferred to Davidson U.S. Army Airfield a part of Fort Belvoir, which is located in Alexandria, Virginia.

On June 15, 1972 I married Miss Barbara J. Allen and from this union three sons were born; Herbert Lee Martin, Jr. Terrence Jarrod Martin and Adrian Lamont Martin. I attended North Carolina A & T State University and graduated with a B.S. Degree in Technology.

I returned to Laurinburg in the early eighties and starting working for L O F Glass which is now known as Pilkington. I retired on November 2002. I really like to think of it as quitting.

I enjoy working with my hands on mechanically-oriented projects; riding my motorcycle; traveling and spending time with my family. I have a 20-month old grandson, Terrence Jr. and he is a joy to watch grow and develop. Some say I have "spoiled" him, but I love seeing and being with him.

Goal for the rest of my life:"To enjoy what is left of my life.

Coralisa T. Matthews, (Baby-Doll)

 I was born to Cecelia & Charles Coursey Sr., of Port Norris, NJ. I am the youngest of six, with six other half brothers and sisters.  I joined the U.S. Army Signal Corps in 1979 and served more than 26 years in the Corp, I am a retired veteran who love to ride her Harley. I retired as a MSG (E-8) in March 2006.  While in the military I have had the chance to travel the world under the (Exceptional Athlete Program) in my younger years of the army. I served as the All Army Track and Field Team Captain for (7yrs) 1981-1988. I also qualified with a Javelin Throw of 172ft-6in, to compete in the1984 Olympic Trials in San Jose California where I spent more than 7 years of training at San Francisco St. University, Hayward St. University California, to get to the Olympic but because of shoulder injury I was not able to compete so I decided to go to college and obtain my degree in Criminal Justice.

I first started riding 1000 Kawasaki in 1983 with the Drill Sergeant Club at Ft Dix NJ, the big bike at the time no other female would ride. Now I ride a real big bike a 2004 Fat Boy (Harley) it is also a back-up bike for my wonderful husband Firman (Stinkey”) when his Gold Wing is down. It feels so good to hear him tell me the Gold Wing is dead! And that he wants to use the real bike my Harley. You should see wrinkles on his face when he tells me honey I need to ride your (Harley).

Throughout my military career I have always been that out going person to plan and sponsor events to help others in the civilian and military community without hesitation.  While assigned at Ft. Bragg NC, I came across the Buffalo Soldiers in 2004.

I became very interested in riding with them because I had a motorcycle and once I found out what they were really about I wanted to join the club without hesitation because of who they were and the history about the Buffalo Soldiers was still being told through this club.  I knew a lot about the Buffalo Soldiers because I taught Black History as a culture training in the military so I knew that with-in myself that I could offer something special to the club when it came to community work because they were doing things that I love to do, fund raisers scholarships and educating our community.

Because the Buffalo Soldiers are a well diverse group of mature professional it has a great impact on our youth and adults when they come in contact with us. Being apart of the Buffalo Soldiers has allowed me to continue to be a positive team player in doing good works in our community.

I married my wonderful childhood sweetheart Firman Matthews in 2005 after 23 years.

I admire so much!  It was all apart of the “Lords” plan that we be together after 23 years to share our life together.

I want to thank all the Buffalo Soldiers for being a special family to me and my husband and showing us that you care when I was so very sick and one year later the same day my motorcycle accident. I have decided not to go out the house on April 22.

Firman Matthews

Rev Firman E. Matthews, Bike name ” STINKEY”

Born and raised in Port Norris NJ the real country. Stinkey served in the Army from 1964-1968 during the Vietnam War. Firman has been riding motorcycle for more than 43 years.  At the age of 12 he had a 51 Cushman All State Scooter by (Sears), his first street bike was a 1960 BSA 650. Stinkey” moved to Fayetteville to marry his childhood sweetheart of 27 years  Coralisa Palmer (Baby-Doll).

  He joined the North Carolina Buffalo Soldiers in 2005, he currently rides a Honda Goldwing with a Harley FB as a back-up. Firman Matthews, is a ordained Reverend, of Beauty Spot Missionary Baptist Church Fayetteville NC. Rev Matthews Loves serving God he enjoys teaching, reading and singing. Rev Matthews is married to Coralisa Matthews.
 
                                                           To God Be The Glory

Thomas "Max" Maxwell

“Max” was born the 24th of June 1960 in Onslow County, NC to Tom & Hannah Maxwell. After graduating from Jacksonville Sr. High in 1978, Tom began a tour of military duty, which sent him to oversea duty stations in Germany, Korea and Central America, and stateside tours at Ft. Knox, and Ft. Bragg.

Tom is a proud father of two Adrienne and Phillip 20 and 17 years old respectively; one’s attending college and the other is completing High School. Today Tom is married to Sheryl and is activists in the community from chairing community watch programs to coaching youth football and basketball athletics’.

Hobbies include bike riding, running and traveling.

Williams Oates

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Larry "Peacemaker" Paylor

Larry Paylor was born on 15 October 1952 to Ethel Paylor from Pittsburgh, PA. His military career began when he was drafted in 1972 where he attended basic training at Ft Dix NJ and formal training in the Signal Corps at Ft Gordon, GA.

Since entering the Army, he served five tours overseas. One with the 1st Signal Brigade in Korea and four tours in Germany, Kaiserslautern, Worms, Darmstadt, Wildflecken, and Bad Kissingen.

Stateside assignments include two tours at Ft Bragg, NC, Ft Benning, GA, Ft Ritchie, MD, and Ft Huachuca where he retired after 30 years and 17 days. He is married to the former Joyce Porter, also from Pittsburgh, PA and has been married for 30 years. He has a son, Shawn 28, who lives in Atlanta, GA and a daughter Jamia, 23 who lives in Baltimore, MD.

He has been riding off and on since 1982 and rides a Harley Davidson Ultra Classic.

Hobbies include, woodworking, matting and framing, old cars and a collector of Buffalo Soldiers prints.

Bike: Harley Classic

Dennis Peterson

Dennis M. Peterson, aka Pete, aka Deputy Dawg enlisted in the United States Army on June 12, 1974, in the delayed entry program. He went on to active duty on August 31, 1974. Mr. Peterson attended basic combat training at Ft. Benning, GA., as well as advanced individual training. Pete's military assignments include tours of duty in Germany, Korea, Grenada, Panama, Kuwait, Saudia Arabia, Ft. Eustis, VA., Ft. Monroe, VA., Ft. Bragg, NC., and Ft. Dix, NJ.His military education includes the 7th Army Non-Commissioned Officers' Academy, The NCO Basic and Advanced Course, First Sergeants' Course, Drill Sergeant School, Basic Airborne School and Jumpmasters Course. He also graduated from numerous other military courses and schools. During his career, he had a long list of accomplishments and received many awards and decorations.Prior to retiring, he attended the Basic Law Enforcement Training Course. After serving our country for over 22 years, he retired and a went on to serve his community as a Deputy Sheriff. He has worked over seven years as a Deputy Sheriff for the Cumberland County Sheriff's Office and is now a Field Training Officer.

Pete is one of the chartered members of the NC Chapter of the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club. He rides a red 2002 GoldWing and serves as Sergeant of Arms. He is single and has a 13 year old son.

Donald "Hog Runner" Pritchard

Donald Pritchard AKA Hog-Runner was born and raised in Columbus, Ohio.

He spent 20 good years in the US Army; with a food service background managing FOOD SERVICE PROGRAMS at FT.HUACHUCA AND FT.BRAGG. Presley in transportation. He has three children and two grandchildren. He's enjoying life his lovely wife Loretta

Leon Robinson

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Derrick Rowley

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Clyde Sherrill

I am bro Clyde Sherrill aka Trouble, born in Norfolk, Virginia. I joined the US Army in 1974, took my basic traning at Fort Polk, Lousiana as an infantry soldier. My first duty station was 25th infantry div, Hawaii. I' ve had the privillege of being stationed at Ft Samhouston, Tx, Ft Jackson, SC, Korea, Ft Eustis VA, Germany and Ft Bragg, NC. I reenlisted for physical therapy in 1978 and continue to work as  a therapist at Ft Bragg. I have 2 daughters and 6 grandchildrens. Hobbies are football, I played in college and in the military, I enjoy riding, listen to jazz and blues. I enjoy those special moments with my grands and my lady. I am also affliated with Prince Hall masonic order, Grand Lodge of Washington State, Scottish Rite and the Noble of the Mystic Shrine.

William Singletary

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Sherrie Smith-Wilson

“Keeping God first you will always be a winner” I was born in Pittsburgh, PA on 3 June 1963 to Mr. Howard and Naomi Streater.  I am a proud parent to a wonderful young lady named Lashonda Smith.  I have one brother; Howard Streater and one sister; Leona Streater.   
 
I am a retired Vet with over 24 years of service.  My travels include Berlin Germany, Cuba, Honduras, (Saudi Arabia), Qatar, Kuwait, Riyadh, Ft Lewis, Ft Bragg, Ft Hood and other various stateside assignments. 

I use to DJ I went by the name of DJ SLIM (Sexy Lady in the Mix).  I am and I guess I’ll always be a “Steelers” fan.  

I enjoy riding with my comrades the “Buffalo Soldiers” and to continue on with their Legacy.  

Steven Stackhouse

MR. Steven Stackhouse, born 8/8/1967 in Lumberton NC; Single w/ 4 sons.  I live in Fairmont N.C. and attended South Robeson High School and UNC @ Pembroke.  I'm a member of Spring Branch Baptist Church, also a Member of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, and a member of The Gaza Lodge #427 of Fairmont NC. I ride a Harley "Fat Boy" and my membership name is "Dealmaker"...as I'm a sale Associate w/ the local Acura dealership. I love the Lord and I love family and friends. I'm proud of my Association w/ the Buffalo Soldiers and look forward to growing together.

Bike name: "Dealmaker"

Nathaniel Washington

Nate-Dogg was born and raised in North Carolina, in the city of Fayetteville. He has been employed with the U.S. Army for almost 29 years as a Aviation Maintenance Officer. He is also a sergeant on the Cumberland County Sheriff Department, protecting the people of North Carolina. He has over sixteen years of motorcycle experience.

Douglas Wilson

2Fresh the son of Ruby and John Wilson.  I was born in Richmond, VA raised in Ford, VA.  I have 2 Brothers: Curtis and Calvin and three sisters: Brenda, Janice and Sherica. 
   
I graduated from Dinwiddie County Senior High school and in my senior year becoming the most valuable player of my football team.  I then went on to Elizabeth State University here in NC.  I entered into the ROTC program became a member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Pledging Spring 1990 graduating as a Army Reserves Lieutenant and   earning a Bachelor degree in Criminal justice.  I am currently working for Wackenhut Security Services at Ft Bragg, NC providing Force protection for soldiers and their families.

My wife and I became proud members of the Buffalo Soldier’s Motorcycle club July 2006.  I have been riding motorcycles since 2001.

My hobbies include weight lifting, weight training and riding my motorcycle.