Pauline Hartwig (formerly Allen), 90, passed away peacefully on November 10 in Nürnburg, Germany, her home for many years. Born in East Providence to the late Marguerite and Victor Lyman, Pauline was married to the late Otto Hartwig.

She is survived by her sons, William, David, and Paul Allen; four grandchildren, Caitlin, Thomas, Kyle, and, Jack; her sister, Claire Tierney of East Providence; and stepdaughter Ina (and husband Heiner) Bottger of Nürnburg. She is fondly remembered by her nieces, Melissa, Jennifer, and Bridget, as well as grandniece Emma, and grandnephew Philip.

Pauline enjoyed music, particularly Dixieland jazz, and travel, especially annual visits to family in the U.S. In middle age, she became fluent in German. She took great pleasure in sewing her own clothes, interior decorating, baking German Christmas bread, mafia lore, ice cream, and afternoon tea.

Pauline will be remembered for her occasional irreverence, radiant smile, and exquisite penmanship. By taking the road less traveled, she hoped that would make all the difference. And it did.