Neil Colle

Neil Walter Colle, 77, slipped away peacefully in his sleep at home in Maryland on Monday, July 27, 2026. He had fought a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer with the support and care of his loving wife of 46 years, Deborah.

Neil attended Kansas State University and remained a loyal fan of Cats football and basketball as well as all things KState. He also served in the Air Force and was proud of his son who also served in the Air Force.

Born April 7, 1949, in Emporia, Kansas, he was the son of the late, Wayne and Eula (Tosh) Colle. Mr. Colle received a Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering from Kansas State University. He was a US Air Force Veteran. Mr. Colle retired as an engineer from P.E.M. manufacturing, McPherson, Kansas.

In addition to his wife Neil is survived by son, Chris, brother, Brent, and many family and friends in Kansas, Maryland, and New Jersey.

Special thanks go to nurses Marley, Matt, Becky, Marianne, and Cindy who gave Neil gentle and loving care.

Funeral Services will be held Saturday, September 19 at 11:00 a.m. At Marion Cemetery in Marion, Kansas.