Emily Matson
American journalist (1981–2023)
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Emily Matson (February 21, 1981 – December 11, 2023)[1] also known as Emily Eileen (Matson) Onderko, was an American journalist, producer, reporter and presenter.[2]
February 21, 1981
Emily Matson | |
|---|---|
| Born | Emily Eileen Onderko February 21, 1981 Erie, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | December 11, 2023 (aged 42) Fairview, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Pittsburgh |
| Occupations | producer, reporter, presenter |
| Known for | Erie News Now |
| Spouse | Ryan Onderko |
| Children | Kyle and Emily Onderko |
| Parent(s) | Patricia and Thomas Matson |
| Awards | Outstanding News Award |
Early life and education
Matson was born and raised in Erie, Pennsylvania to Patricia and Thomas Matson. As a teenager, she and her parents traveled extensively.[3]
She attended Mercyhurst Preparatory High School.[3] She completed her bachelor's degree in communications and media technology at the University of Pittsburgh.[citation needed] She graduated from La Roche University.[3]
Career
She was an intern at WJET-TV in 2000 and then joined the team at WICU-TV television channel affiliated with NBC, where she worked for 19 years. She hosted the television program: “Erie News Now.”[4][5]
Matson was twice awarded the Featured News Award by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters.[6]
Her journalistic style was described as transparent and outspoken.[7]
Matson was an active volunteer for youth with an interest in journalism. She volunteered in the journalism program of Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (PennWest).[8]
Personal life
She married Ryan Onderko and was the mother of Kyle and Emily Onderko.[9][10] At the time of her death, she was the billet host for ice hockey player Matthew Schaefer.[11]