Wynwood Norman Curry

Wynwood Norman Curry, affectionately known a Winnie, was born to the late Walter and Sireta Curry (Henry) on November 6, 1942 in Baltimore, MD. He departed his life after a lengthy illness on April 16, 2017. Winnie received his education in the Baltimore City Public School system. Upon graduating high school, he entered the Army joining the 82nd Airborne Division as a Paratropper where he served two tours in Vietnam. While in the Army, Winnie attended language school and became a translator with the ability to speak fluently in Vietnamese, Chinese, Korean, etc. In 1977, he began his career path after attending the Johns Hopkins program where he became a certified Addiction Counselor. Winnie went on to further his education in which he obtained his Clinical Therapist license and received his Master's in Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counseling. Winnie proudly worked for the MD Department of Juvenile Services as well as multiple treatment programs throughout Maryland. He designed multiple stations: Baker St. Station, the Carrington House, Baltimore Station, Light of Truth, and Project Plays. He finished his employment as Clinical Director at Baltimore Station to begin work on his own project, Chiron Behavior Mental Health Services copyrighted in 2015. As Winnie began to reinvent himself, he became affectionately known as "Woody" to many friends and colleagues. Winnie loved spending quality time with his family and friends and cherished every moment spent with each one of his children, Porky (who proceeded him in death), Man, Chris, and Ashley. At the early age of 9, Wiinnie discovered his love for astrology while sitting on the steps after eating supper with his sisters, Debbie Burrell and Angela "Chink" Curry (who proceeded him in death). Winnie would sit on the steps and watch the stars until bedtime. He had a special love for his nieces, Lisa Corbin and Lisa Floyd for their loving and continuous care during his illness. Winnie was very particular in his personal appearance as he dressed in his unique fashion. No matter the day or the weather, you would be sure to see Winnie and his leather clothing and his real gator shoes. Aside from his fashion, Winnie will be remembered as an iconic figure and a dynamic speaker. He had the ability to gather a crowd and was considered a prophet and a genius. You could always count on Winnie for a good laugh and a stimulated conversation. Winnie was self-taught in the Science of Astrology. Metaphysics, and Eastern Philosophy. He was an innovator, a man before his time. Woody truly will be missed by all. He leaves to mourn: two sons; Wynwood "Emmanuel" Curry and Christopher Curry; one daughter, Ashley A. Curry; one sister, Debra "Debbie" Burrell; one aunt, Barbara House; two stepdaughters, Denise and Erica; one god brother, Donald Midget; 12 grandchildren; 5 great grandchildren; 1 great-great grandchild; nieces Karen Burrell and Tonya Hatchet, 2 nephews, Walter Burrell (Rodney) and Michael Burrell, and a host of devoted great nieces, nephews, relatives, and friends, and a best friend, Kevin Booze.

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Wynwood Norman Curry

November 6, 1942 - April 16, 2017