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Marie Steffens, a Familiar Face at Sag Harbor Veterinary Clinic, Retires

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Marie Steffens, seen here with Dr. Barry Browning's dog, Captain Buoy, has retired after a 45-year career as a licensed veterinary technician. STEPHEN J. KOTZ

Marie Steffens, seen here with Dr. Barry Browning's dog, Captain Buoy, has retired after a 45-year career as a licensed veterinary technician. STEPHEN J. KOTZ

authorStephen J. Kotz on May 16, 2023
Marie Steffens, a licensed veterinary technician and a vital cog in the day-to-day operations of the Sag Harbor Veterinary Clinic for the past 20 years, has retired. Steffens, 65, whose... more

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