Mervin Donald Philpot, 79, of North Platte, passed away May 23, 2024.  He was born March 25, 1945 in Cozad to Donald and Adda (Ambler) Philpot.

Mervin grew up in Minnesota with his grandfather and helped on the farm starting at a very young age.  He married Darlene Shower and to this union, two daughters were born, Michelle and Teresa.  Mervin did construction work, was a metal worker and a truck driver for Nebraska Salt & Grain.  He worked transportation for a private company transporting inmates and people with medical conditions.

Mervin loved to weld and woodwork.  He was open minded and loved to talk, he was very opinionated.  Mervin had a big heart and would do anything for anybody, especially his grandchildren and great grandchildren.  If he could help a person out he would.  He loved to fish and ride motorcycles.  He had a passion for putting puzzles together when the weather would not permit him to be outside.  He loved watching westerns, eating cherry tomatoes, and ranching.  Mervin enjoyed a PBR once in a while and was definitely a family man.

Survivors include daughters, Michelle (Henry) Kivett of Hershey, Teresa Mains of Texas; grandchildren, Austin Mains of Texas, Gage Mains of Texas, Anessa (Cody) Newton of North Platte, Kaitlyn Kivett (Beau Craig) of Carbondale, IL; great grandchildren, Zoey and Addison; sisters, Patti Smith and Geri Ambler; numerous other family members and many friends.

Mervin was preceded in death by his parents, Donald and Adda; brother, Bill Ambler; former wife and best friend, Darlene Philpot.

Memorials are suggested to the family for later designation.  Online condolences may be shared at www.adamsswanson.com.

Services will be held 10:00 A.M., Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Tripett officiating.  Burial will follow at Floral Lawns Memorial Gardens.  Visitation will be noon-7:00 P.M., with family present 5:00-7:00, Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at Adams & Swanson Funeral Home which is in charge of arrangements.