Mrs. Ruth S. Hopkins, 89, a former resident of Willows Court, Washington, died Monday, Aug. 12, 2013, at River Trace Nursing Home in Washington. A graveside service will be held 10 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 15, 2013, at Pamlico Memorial Gardens in Washington. The family will receive friends from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 14, 2013, at Paul Funeral Home & Crematory in Washington.