T.H.U.M.P.S. Investigators Bio's

Kenny Barringer 

            My name is Kenny Barringer and I am the Founder of  The Haunted Uwharrie Mountains Paranormal Society, T.H.U.M.P.S.

             I have lived in Albemarle, North Carolina all my life. I have experienced the paranormal face to face and that is why I wanted to form this group. I would like to help others to understand and hopefully not be afraid to live or work where paranormal phenomenon may or may not be accruing.

            After working in the construction field for more than 13 years. Being an electrician and also having experience as a framing carpenter. I have found that many of  these phenomenon are normal and natural. If not; Then you are not alone!  We will work  together to help you find peace of mind.

            I have been working on this group for a long time to find people as passionate and professional as I am. That is why we are just now getting our website up and running.

            We will never charge you for our services and if we are unable to help then we will refer you to a group that can be trusted. I have found that no one has all the answers. If you have any questions or would like an application to join our group, email me at kenny@thumps-paranormal.com  I will get back to you as soon as possible.                                  

 Thanks, 

 Kenny Barringer - Founder and Equipment  Tech.

age-30

job- Clear Creek Asphalt Plant, Founder of The Haunted Uwharrie Mountains Paranormal Society   T.H.U.M.P.S

family- Nichelle (wife), Journie, Allie( Daughters), Owen (Son)

hobbies - Playing Music, Family Time, Studying The Paranormal, Bluegrass Music, and Old Radio Shows

Chellie Hartsell 

                  Hi, My name is Chellie Hartsell and I am a co-founder of The Haunted Uwharrie Mountains Paranormal Society.  We are locally called T.H.U.M.P.S. for short.

                  I was born and raised in Stanly County, North Carolina.  I have always been very interested in ghost stories and hearing about other people's experiences with the paranormal.  Since I was a little girl, I have been drawn to and fascinated by these kinds of events.  I have searched on my own for years.  So it has been a life long journey of exploration and learning.

                  Working with The Haunted Uwharrie Mountains Paranormal Society is giving me the opportunity to work with others that have the same passions.  Myself, I've not had a lot of paranormal experiences, but the ones I have had stuck with me.   Also, working with T.H.U.M.P.S. is helping me find answers to the question; WHY?  I want to  understand and help others to do the same.  I believe everything has a meaning.  Otherwise nothing would matter.

 Do you have any stories? Email us at  chellie@thumps-paranormal.com

Chellie Hartsell   - Co-founder and  Investigator

age - 27

job - chef/waitress

family-  single

hobbies -  music; I love music and Concerts are the best!!!!!!! Paranormal investigations

     Michael Hopkins 

                 My name is Michael Hopkins and I am a  co-founder of The Haunted Uwharrie Mountains Paranormal Society.  I was born in Oakland, California. I have lived in Stanly County, North Carolina most of my adult life.

                  I have always had an interest in the supernatural.  I have studied Psychology and Religion for many years.  Human nature fascinates me.  Why do people do what they do?  Is there life after death?

                   I am a retired Correctional Officer.  That's where I really came into contact with the paranormal.  Many people die and are killed in our prisons.  Not only that, there are many forms of Religion in the prison system.  You see and hear the strange and unusual.  At times; I was frightened by what I saw and heard.  This all sparked my interest.

                   Working with T.H.U.M.PS. has given me the opportunity to study and prove that I was not crazy.  That is a great relief.  Just knowing that your really seeing and hearing these things mean a great deal.  The reality is that something is out there and you are not out of your mind.

                        Feel free to contact me at Michael@thumps-paranormal.com

Michael Hopkins: Co-founder and Web Tech.

age- 48

job- Retired correctional officer

family- married

hobbies- art, woodworking, reading, bluegrass music, and collecting movies.

 Tameron  Blake

                Hello, my name is Tameron Blake. I am an investigator / tech. with The Haunted Uwharrie Mountains Paranormal Society. T.H.U.M.P.S.

                 I was born in Montgomery county, North Carolina. Montgomery County is known for it's stories of the strange and unusual events. I encountered the paranormal there at a very young age. At the age of two I was seeing a man. The trouble was, I was the only one seeing him. My mother became concerned and took me to see a doctor. As I got older, I had a friend who's house had so much activity that we all became a custom to the happenings. There were things like, the lights turning off and on. Even the TV would turn on when it was unplugged. 

                 The main reason for joining T.H.U.M.P.S was to find out how I really felt about the paranormal and encountering ghosts now that I am older. I now reside in Norwood, North Carolina. I worked as a logger for five years and now for Chicago Tube and Iron.

  I can be contacted at tameron@thumps-paranormal.com

Tameron Blake:

Investigator/Tech.

age-  28

job - Chicago Tube and Iron

Family - married

hobbies - family time, computers, woodworking, fishing and hunting

Johnny Chestnut

        My name is Johnny Chestnut. I am an investigator with The Haunted Uwharrie Mountains Paranormal Society. T.H.U.M.P.S.

         I was born and raised in Stanly County, North Carolina. I still reside there.  I first became interested in the paranormal after having a paranormal experience of my own.  That single event started a curiosity that has never ended and  has actually grown over time.

        The reason I have joined T.H.U.M.P.S. is to help others understand the paranormal experience they are having, and slso because of the professional demeanor of the other team members. This is also a learning experience for myself and the other team members.

          I have worked in the Criminal Justice field for 29 years. I am very dedicated to my work. This also carries over into the field of paranormal investigation.

If I can be of assistance to you feel free to contact me at  johnny@thumps-paranormal.com 

Johnny Chestnut:

Investigator / Web Researcher

age: - 50

Tiffany Johnson 

Tiffany, at an early age, showed an interest in the Metaphysical realms. At 14, she began reading Tarot cards for friends and family. Continuing through junior high, high school & college she read, honing her talents and developing others.

Further into adulthood, a series of events brought her back to her New Age Spirituality and deeper studies of holistic healing, herbs, oils, stones, energy work, past life work, Angels, Reiki, etc. Having personally worked and trained with well known psychics and healers, she knows what an integral part of life and soul development readings can be.

Late in 2006 Tiffany was asked to be a part of the Greater Lakes Search and Rescue team.  This team, comprised all of volunteer police, paramedics and emergency medical technicians works on missing persons cases in the Midwest. For more on Tiffany Click Here.