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As One Philadelphia Mummer Enters His 40th Year, His Son Joins The Parade For His First
Wolfinger Sr. recalls the excitement of his first parade in 1985, inspired by his father's own involvement in the Mummers.
January 2, 2025
For James Wolfinger Sr., the Mummers Parade is more than a cherished New Year's tradition; it's a family legacy. New Year's Day 2025 will mark Wolfinger's 40th year in costume. This year, with the Fralinger String Band, it's made even more special by a first-time marcher joining him — his 14-year-old son, James Wolfinger Jr.
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Wolfinger Sr. recalls the excitement of his first parade in 1985, inspired by his father's own involvement in the Mummers. Decades later, he's proud to pass the tradition on to his son.
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James Wolfinger Sr. (L) pictured alongside his father on New Year's Day 1986/Courtesy James Wolfinger Sr./CBS Philadelphia
"We're ready," he said. "We're just doing the final touches. We had to do a good bit of work this year."
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