title: Ian Battye
text: # Ian Battye
  
  Ian David Battye (birth registered third 1⁄4 1952 – 28 February 2007), also known by the nickname of "Big Joe", was an English professional rugby league footballer who played in the 1970s. He played at club level for Kippax Welfare ARLFC and Castleford (Heritage No. 586).
  
  ## Background
  
  Ian Battye's birth was registered in Barkston Ash district, West Riding of Yorkshire, England, and he died aged 54 from throat cancer (Oropharyngeal cancer).
  
  ## Genealogical information
  
  Ian Battye was married to Mavis, was the father of Michael Battye, and Richard Battye, and the younger brother of Brian H. Battye (birth registered during first 1⁄4 1948 (age 74–75) in Barkston Ash district).
  
  