James "Jim" Yorke(October 28, 1962 – June 21, 2008) was an Americanice dancer.Competing in partnership with Eleanor DeVera, he won silver medals at the 1983Nebelhorn TrophyandGrand 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 1987Prague Skateand bronze at the1988 Skate America.
Eleanor DeVera, Laura Wolfe, Ann Hensel,Renée Roca
Retired
1989
After ending his amateur career, Yorke skated professionally withJudy Blumbergand Kim Callahan.[1]He worked as a coach at the Los Angeles Figure Skating Club, notably working withMirai Nagasu.[2]He died by suicide at his California home on June 21, 2008.[1][3]
