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Lesley Matuszak

Case from Peoria, IL dated Sep 28, 2023

Victim Details

Lesley Matuszak

Female

White / Caucasian

Peoria

IL

2023-09-28

66

Lesley

Matuszak

Self-Inflicted

07/10/2026

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Lesley Matuszak, a prominent figure in Peoria, Illinois, passed away on September 28, 2023, at the age of 66. Born on June 13, 1957, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, to George and Ruth Murray Dewalt, Matuszak had a significant impact on the community through her various roles.

At the time of her death, Matuszak was the president and CEO of WTVP, a PBS station in Peoria. However, she had resigned from this position just a day before her death. Her career also included work at the Boys & Girl ...
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  • Yahoo News: Cause of death released for former WTVP President and CEO Lesley Matuszak
  • Coroner releases former WTVP president and CEO Lesley ... - WCBU
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