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Okay, so I need to create a concise summary from the given text about John Roulston's funeral. The user wants just a summary without any extra commentary. Let me read through the text carefully.
First, the main points are: John Roulston was a popular farmer who died in a farm accident. His funeral is expected to have a large crowd, and the community is in shock. He was a respected dairy farmer, part of a well-known family farm. His wife is a vet, and they have three daughters. The funeral details are given, and the authorities are still investigating his death.
I need to make sure I include all the key information without adding anything else. I should structure it in a way that flows logically, starting with his death, then his background, family, funeral arrangements, and the ongoing investigation.
I should avoid any personal opinions or additional details not present in the original text. Also, the summary should be clear and to the point, using concise language.
Let me draft it out:
"Large crowd expected at funeral of popular farmer John Roulston today. A rural Donegal community is expected to come to a standstill today for the funeral of popular local farmer John Roulston. Mr. Roulston, who was in his 60s, was killed on Monday afternoon last following an accident at his family’s farm at Moneymore, Newtowncunningham. The father-of-three was a well-known and respected dairy farmer who worked alongside his brothers Keith and George and extended family. The Roulston family farm is regarded as one of the best farms in the country and supplied milk to companies both in Ireland and abroad. The late Mr. Roulston is survived by his wife Susan, who is a highly-regarded local vet, and their daughters Louise, Helen, and Emily. Mr. Roulston’s funeral cortege will leave his home today at 12:30 PM for a 1 PM Service of Thanksgiving in Newtowncunningham Presbyterian Church followed by burial in the adjoining graveyard. Both the local and farming community are still in shock at Mr. Roulston’s sudden passing. Mr. Roulston’s death notice reads, 'It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden death, as the result of a farm accident, of Robert John Roulston, Moneymore Little, Newtowncunningham. John will be deeply missed by his brothers Keith (Patricia), George (Jayne), sisters Valerie (Colin), Alison (Wesley), Sylvia (John), nieces, nephews, his wider family circle, neighbors, and many friends.' Both the Health and Safety Authority and the Garda continue to investigate Mr. Roulston’s death."
Wait, that's the original text. I need to condense it into a summary. Let me go through each paragraph and pick out the essential details.
1. Funeral expected to draw large crowd, community standstill.
2. John Roulston, 60s, died Monday in farm accident.
3. Respected dairy farmer, part of a top farm supplying milk.
4. Survived by wife Susan (vet) and three daughters.
5. Funeral details: cortege at 12:30 PM, service at 1 PM, burial.
6. Community shocked.
7. Death notice mentions family and wide circle of friends.
8. Authorities investigating.
Putting it all together concisely:
"John Roulston, a respected dairy farmer in Donegal, died in a farm accident Monday. His funeral is expected to draw a large crowd, with the community in shock. John, in his 60s, was known for his work on one of the country's top farms. He is survived by his wife Susan, a local vet, and their three daughters. The funeral cortege will leave at 12:30 PM, followed by a service at 1 PM and burial. The Health and Safety Authority and Garda are investigating his death."
Hmm, that seems to cover all the key points without extra commentary. I should check if I included everything important: cause of death, his profession, family, funeral details, and the investigation. Yes, I think that's all covered. I can make it a bit more concise.
"John Roulston, a respected dairy farmer, died in a farm accident Monday. His funeral, expected to draw a large crowd, will be held today. John, in his 60s, was known for his work on one of the country's top farms. He is survived by his wife Susan, a local vet, and their three daughters. The funeral cortege leaves at 12:30 PM, followed by a service at 1 PM and burial. The Health and Safety Authority and Garda are investigating his death."
That's better. It's concise and includes all necessary details without unnecessary fluff. I think this meets the user's request for a summary without additional commentary
