Pauline E. Rose, 62, of Central Street in Claremont, NH, died Friday evening, December 15, 2006 at the Valley Regional Hospital after a brief illness.  She was born in Claremont, NH on November 24, 1944 the daughter of Edwin and Virginia (Austin) Simpson. Pauline played many musical instruments and sang at the "Old Top Hat" when they broadcasted live on WTSV radio.  She loved her family and friends and country music.  She was loved by all and will be greatly missed.   Pauline was a member of the Claremont Women of the Moose Lodge # 629. She is survived by her longtime companion, Annie Sher; one sister, Ramona Hastings as well as two cousins, Pam LaBounty, Cheryl Mullen and nieces and nephews. She was pre-deceased by her parents and one sister Leona Verrill. The Women of the Moose will conduct a service Friday evening, Dec. 22nd  at Seven O'clock in the Stringer Funeral Home, 146 Broad Street in Claremont. Friends may call at the Funeral Home Friday evening from 6 to 7 PM prior to the Moose services.