A recognized name in the field of library science, Audrey Jane Wolfinger served in librarianship for the duration of her career, beginning in 1955. Serving the Neshaminy School District in Langhorne, Pennsylvania, she first excelled as a librarian and audiovisual coordinator at Neshaminy Junior High School from 1955 to 1976. Subsequently, she was a full-time librarian from 1976 until her retirement in 1984. While serving in her prestigious roles, she also sat on the board of directors for the Neshaminy Valley Music Theatre from 1964 to 1965 and was the editor of the Wolfinger Family Newsletter between 1988 and 2004.
Notably, under Ms. Wolfinger’s guidance, the Neshaminy School District opened four new school libraries, and she continued to help students develop research and information science skills. To this end, she has been exceptionally proud to have developed lifelong relationships with her students and colleagues in the field. Ms. Wolfinger holds a teacher’s certificate from Temple University, as well as a Bachelor of Science in education, library science and English from Kutztown University (formerly Kutztown State Teachers College). She also earned a Master of Science in library science from Florida State University.
Equally passionate about genealogy, Ms. Wolfinger served in numerous leadership roles for the Bucks County Genealogical Society, having been president pro tem since 2001. Earlier, she was the resource center director in 1998, president from 1994 to 1998 and vice president from 1990 to 1994. Other affiliations to Ms. Wolfinger’s credit include the National Society of Daughters of the American Revolution, the National Society of Daughters of the American Colonists, the Genealogical Society of Pennsylvania and the National Genealogical Society. She is also a member of the Florida State University and Kutztown University alumni associations.
In the coming years, Ms. Wolfinger intends to continue enjoying her retirement. She is especially passionate about British literature, having both read and studied the mystery genre. She also enjoys classical and Baroque music in her spare time.
