'Cory’s Tragic Unexpected Passing': Concrete Worker Died In Morris

MORRIS, IL — One week after the tragic death in Morris of Cory Umgelder, a 44-year-old Narvick Cement Plant worker at the company's industrial facility along Route 6 near Ashley Road, family members have established a GoFundMe hoping to raise $10,000.

"With all of the emotional pain and stress that death brings, it can also bring financial burdens. My goal is to try to help alleviate the tremendous amount of stress brought on from this tragedy by raising money for Cory’s wife, Jamie and their children," the GoFundMe said. "It is in times of sadness and loss when people can come together to help one another make it through. Any support you may be able to provide would be greatly appreciated. Please keep Cory’s family and children in your thoughts and prayers."

So far, there have been 85 donations totaling $7,005 for the "Cory’s Tragic Unexpected Passing" GoFundMe.

Last week, Grundy County Coroner John Callahan announced that his staff was investigating the industrial incident in Morris that claimed the life of the Odell resident.

On April 3, Callahan said that two men were working together at the Narvick Cement Plant, at 755 E. Route 6. While trying to free up the fin and shaft, the unit broke free, knocking Umgelder to the base of the large drum. The Morris Fire Department responded to the site, removed Umgelder from the confined space and rushed him to Morris Hospital, where he died at 9:26 a.m.

Lawn Funeral Home in Tinley Park handled Monday's funeral services for Umgelder.

Previous Patch coverage:

Death At Narvick Cement Plant Along Route 6, OSHA Notified