Emily Matson

Emily Matson (February 21, 1981 – December 11, 2023) also known as Emily Eileen Onderko, was an American journalist, producer, reporter and presenter.

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.

She attended Mercyhurst Preparatory High School.

Matson was twice awarded the Featured News Award by the Pennsylvania Association of Broadcasters.

Her journalistic style was described as transparent and outspoken.

Matson was an active volunteer for youth with an interest in journalism. She volunteered in the journalism program of Edinboro University of Pennsylvania (PennWest).

Personal life

She married Ryan Onderko and was the mother of Kyle and Emily Onderko. At the time of her death, she was the billet host for ice hockey player Matthew Schaefer.

Death

Matson died on December 11, 2023, at age 42; the coroner determined that the cause of death was suicide. Matson died when she stepped in front of a train in Fairview, Pennsylvania.