Ruth Berg was an American receptionist at Minnehaha Academy. ^{[0] [2] [6]}

Berg worked as a receptionist at the school for 17 years.

^{[6] [0]}She was set to get married in October 2017. ^{[6] [0]}

She is remembered for welcoming everyone with a smile and always willing to go the extra mile to help the students, families and staff.

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On August 2, 2017, a gas leak caused an explosion at around 10:24 a.m. at Minnehaha Academy, injuring nine people and fatally wounding Berg. ^{[6] [0]}

Another staffer of the school remans missing.

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