James "Jim" Yorke (October 28, 1962 – June 21, 2008) was an American ice dancer. Competing in partnership with Eleanor DeVera, he won silver medals at the 1983 Nebelhorn Trophy and Grand Prix International St. Gervais. He later competed with Ann Hensel where he won the 1987 Eastern sectionals, placed 6th at the US national championships, and member of the international team. In 1988 Jim teamed up with Renee Roca where he won the gold medal at the 1987 Prague Skate and bronze at the 1988 Skate America.
After ending his amateur career, Yorke skated professionally with Judy Blumberg and Kim Callahan. He worked as a coach at the Los Angeles Figure Skating Club, notably working with Mirai Nagasu. He died by suicide at his California home on June 21, 2008.
Results With Roca International Event 1987–88 1988–89 Prague Skate 1st Skate America 3rd National U.S. Championships 4th WD Eastern Sectionals 1st WD = Withdrew
With Hensel National Event 1985-86 1986–87 U.S. Championships WD 5th Eastern Sectionals 1st
With Wolfe National Event 1985 U.S. Championships 13th
With DeVera International Event 1982-83 1983–84 Grand Prix International St. Gervais 2nd Nebelhorn Trophy 2nd National U.S. Championships 7th 10th
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