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Elizabeth Hernandez, who worked at the Queen Anne Cafe for five years, reflected on the warmth and camaraderie that characterized the place. Although she was aware that the owner was planning to retire, it did not cushion the blow of the final farewell. “He’s getting older, so people understood that,” Hernandez mentioned, recalling how customers took time to express their gratitude not just to the owner, but also to the entire staff for their dedicated service.