Clarks Guitarist's Wife Battling Leukemia

BEAVER, PA — The Clarks have been a southwestern Pennsylvania treasure since forming on the Indiana University of Pennsylvania campus more than 30 years ago. Now, southwestern Pennsylvania is stepping up to help the family of guitarist Rob Hertwick, whose wife, Eileen, is battling serious health problems.

Eileen Hertweck has been battling breast cancer for the past year and recently was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia. She currently is receiving treatment in Shadyside Hospital in Pittsburgh.

A GoFundMe page has been established to assist the Hertweck family. As of Monday afternoon, more than $76,000 had been pledged.

"Eileen’s doctors, PAs and especially the nursing staff that have become so acquainted with her over these past couple of months say that she has fought harder than any patient they've seen and that she's done it with grace, dignity and positivity," said Heather Woodske, who established the GoFundMe page. "They say Eileen is someone they will always remember for her courage and laughter. "

Clarks lead singer Scott Blasey will perform live on Facebook on Feb. 27 at 8 p.m. to help raise money for the Hertweck family.