Marlyn R. Fein Chapter

The Marlyn Fein Chapter of the Fox Chase Cancer Center was formed in 1977, after the death of a courageous young woman's battle with osteogenic sarcoma, a rare bone cancer. Marlyn Chakov Fein was first diagnosed in September 1970 at the age of nineteen and fought her illness for six years. In spite of all the treatments and experimental drugs, Marlyn developed a brain tumor in 1973. At that point, the love of her life, Frank Fein, insisted that they get married and fight this disease together. Marlyn and Frank lived together for only one year when Marlyn's lungs began to deteriorate. By December of 1975 doctors preformed a surgical procedure to sever the major nerves in hopes of alleviating the constant pain that even morphine could not help.

One week after the operation Marlyn's doctor discovered that she was seven months pregnant. On December 21, 1975, Marlyn delivered a healthy 3 pound 15 ounce baby girl. Mother and daughter would never know each other because on January 23, 1976, one month after the birth of her beautiful baby, Marlyn died at the age of 25.

As a tribute to his beloved wife and mother of their daughter, Rachel Faith Fein, Frank Fein, along with the help of grieving parents, Ruth and Max Chakov, and Dave and Wilma Fein and Aunt Harriet Kauffman, started this group to ease the family's pain and help in the fight against human cancer and help ease the pain of other patients going through this tribulation.

The Marlyn Fein Chapter now has 146 hard working members who spend their valuable time raising monies for Fox Chase Cancer Center. Their many events each year bring in a wonderful donation for cancer research and patient care. Please look for these events and help support them so that this Chapter can aid in the best care and research at Fox Chase Cancer Center.

• Marlyn R. Fein Chapter – Valentine Gift Wrapping
  February 9-16, 2011
  Willow Grove Mall (outside Macy's on first floor)
  After you pick out the perfect gift for your sweetheart this Valentine's Day, why not spread the love by supporting cancer research? The Marlyn Fein Chapter  of the Board of Associates will be gift wrapping from Thursday, February 9 through Tuesday, February 14 during regular mall hours at the Willow Grove Mall on the first level near Macy's. Stop by to have your Valentine's Day gifts wrapped for a good cause. Proceeds will benefit cancer research at Fox Chase. If interested in volunteering, call Harriet Kauffman at 215-969-8366.  
• Marlyn R. Fein Chapter – "Defending The Caveman"
  March 4, 2011, 3pm
  The Bristol River Theatre
  120 Radcliffe St, Bristol, PA
  The longest running solo play in Broadway  history, Defending the Caveman is a hilarious show that will have both men and women busting up with laughter through the entire performance. If you’ve ever wondered why men and women are so different, you’ll learn a lot about issues from a man’s point of view. All proceeds will assist Fox Chase Cancer Center in Patient Care & Research.
  Contact:  Selma Bell 215-860-3710 for tickets, seats are limited so don’t miss out.
  
• Marlyn R. Fein Chapter – A Night of Laughter
  Friday, March 30, 2011
  Comedy Cabaret
  Ramada Inn Northeast
  11580 Roosevelt Boulevard (U.S.1) Philadelphia, PA  19116
  Show Time: 9:00 PM  Cost:  $18.00 Per Person ($20.00 at the Door)
  All proceeds benefit Patient Care at Fox Chase Cancer Center
  For Tickets Call Marlyn Fein Chapter: Beth  215-742-2703, Sue 215-673-1286 or Fox Chase Cancer Center extension  Sharyn X4797