1985-2026
Elijah Nathaniel Collins, 40, of McPherson, KS passed away in his home on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, after a sudden illness. Elijah was born on September 30, 1985, at Memorial Hospital in McPherson, KS, the son of Troy Dee Collins, Sr. and Lori Lynn Lyons. He attended McPherson High School in McPherson, KS and Red Rocks Community College in Denver, CO. Elijah worked in several customer service jobs at convenience stores across the city of McPherson.
Elijah loved the Lord and was a member of the New Life Foursquare Church in McPherson and the Christian Motorcyclists Association.
Elijah was always willing to lend a helping hand to anyone in need and enjoyed making YouTube Videos on his YouTube channel, making and listening to music, and spending time with his companion dog of 11 years, Sapphire, until her passing in 2025.
Elijah had multiple hobbies including: working on his car, upgrading his computer and electronics, creating artwork with his 3D printer, riding his motorcycle, going for a walk on the trails around Lakeside or Wall Park, and enjoying the scenery around Coronado Heights.
He is survived by his mother, Lori Lyons; sister, Holly Collins of Wichita, KS; brother, Andrew Collins of Hastings, NE; brother, Troy Collins II of McPherson, KS; two nieces; multiple aunts and uncles; and other family and several friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Troy Dee Collins, Sr.
A prayer service will be determined at a later date.
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