A monument in memory of a popular Roscommon man will be unveiled this afternoon.
Johnny Farrell was a well-known publican and entrepreneur from the Doughill area of the county.
He ran the well-known John's of Doughill pub - which briefly boasted its own landing strip, due to his love of aviation.
The monument is being funded by Johnny's long-time friend Jim Callery and Brehon Construction Ltd.
The official unveiling and blessing will take place at the boundary of Doughill and Killavackan at 3pm.
Former local TD Eugene Murphy says Johnny was a unique character:
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