Ex Wigan Grammar School, Ian played for the Old Boys between 1964 and 1972, hanging up his boots to look after a young family.
Ian will be sadly missed by all and leaves behind a loving wife Jackie, his son Jon, daughter Sarah and grandchildren.
In his later years Ian moved to the Fylde coast and his funeral will be held at 12 noon on Friday 21st January at St Cuthbert's in Lytham.