Ghost Warriors is a dedicated team of paranormal investigators based in Silverton, Oregon, uniquely comprised of military veterans. As a 100% veteran-owned bring discipline, integrity, and a mission-driven approach to exploring the unexplained. Our goal is to assist individuals and families across the Pacific Northwest who believe they are experiencing paranormal activity, offering professional investigations at no cost. With a focus on demystifying the supernatural, Ghost Warriors combines military precision with advanced investigative techniques to provide clarity and peace of mind.
Our Team
Derek Bratton
Founder/Lead Investigator
Derek Bratton, a 20-year U.S. Navy veteran and co-founder of Ghost Warriors, is a seasoned paranormal investigator based in Silverton, Oregon. As the lead investigator for this veteran-only team. Derek brings military-honed discipline and a passion for the unexplained to every case. With over 15 years of experience filming and investigating paranormal phenomena, he combines advanced technology with a skeptical yet open-minded approach to uncover the truth behind hauntings. A multimedia journalist with a Master’s in New Media Journalism, Derek also hosts the Ghost Warriors podcast, sharing gripping investigations and regional ghost stories with listeners on Spotify and Audible. His commitment to helping families find peace drives his mission to demystify the supernatural across the Pacific Northwest.
Additionally, he runs "The Ghostly Times," a paranormal blog where he chronicles investigations, shares insights, and explores the mysteries of the supernatural. His commitment to helping families find peace drives his mission to demystify the supernatural across the Pacific Northwest.
If you’re looking for a ghost-hunting bro, keep scrolling. I’m the team’s designated buzzkill (and proud of it). I started my military career in the US Army, took a detour through seminary—because who wouldn’t want to read ancient texts in dead languages—and then got my clinical chaplaincy training (CPE) before jumping back into uniform as a Navy chaplain. That means I’ve seen more chaos, and hurried up and waited more than your average ghost hunter.
I’ve studied ancient history and religion, so when it comes to haunted folklore, I can trace your demon back to some bored monk with a grudge. I don’t buy into superstition, but my mind’s open enough to know we might just be missing something that’s more physics than phantom.
Afraid of ghosts? Not a chance. I’ll happily wander alone where the EMF spikes and the Ouija board crowd starts sweating. My job is to poke holes in bad theories, mock the over-eager, and keep the team (mostly) honest—while still hoping for that one thing science can’t yet explain.
If you want ancient context, a skeptical take, or just someone to volunteer for the creepiest room in the house, I’m your guy. Casper? Doubtful. But I’ll be the first to say hello if he ever shows up.
Ryan Smith
Founder/Lead Investigator
Amanda Tissue
Investigator
My name is Amanda and I served in the US Air Force for ten years. I worked on the Instruments and Flight Control Systems of the C-17 Globemaster. I deployed twice to Al Udeid, Qatar and have gone on several MRT’s to repair broken aircraft. For the last three years of my enlistment I was an instructor for incoming Airmen. I chose to get out after ten years to focus my attention on my children. I am currently raising three, all different flavors of the spectrum. My oldest is Autistic and he helps me to learn something new everyday! I am in the most amazing relationship with a wonderful man who is currently Active Duty Air Force and we cannot wait to blend our families!
I have had a curiosity for paranormal for the last 20 years. It started with my own experiences that I had while in college. While I am skeptical to most claims, I do believe in energies and things being just outside our understanding. I am excited to be working with Derek and Ryan to learn and understand all that we can, while helping people get answers they seek! This combines two of my greatest passions, helping people and learning!! I am looking forward to our next adventure!