Imagine a flame that burns brightly every minute of every day for 66 years. A flame that warmed a home, a sparkle of creativity, a torch held high against injustice, a hearthfire baking bread and cakes to nourish family and friends.

Such was the light of Angie Depew. And that light left this world on September 26, 2025.

Angie (Jimi A Greene) Depew was born on January 10, 1959, in Los Angeles. Her parents were James and Lillian Greene, and her younger sister, Mary. She lived her early life in Southern California and various towns in Colorado. But Humboldt captured her heart and was where she and Mike made a home.

Angie held the hand of the love of her life, Mike Depew, as he passed away in 2012. She kept a candle burning for him in her home around the clock for a full year after, and a flame in her heart ever since.

Angie was absolutely dedicated to her children: Taylor Depew, Mason Depew and Klark Depew Swan. These are some of the words her children use to describe their mom: Independent. Leader. Strong. Confident. Magical. Educator. Caring. Protester. Protector. Caregiver. Inspirational. Giving. Kind. Selfless.

Taylor noted that her mom’s kitchen was always full of people, bread, kids, animals and food. Their father was an artist, and Taylor noted that “to love an artist is a lifetime of work,” and that her mom was devoted to her dad.

Mason, who is also a talented artist, treasured the fact that his incredible mom became his best friend in his adult life.

Klark loved the way her mom leaned all the way into a theme - themed parties, themed costumes, themed gifts. Gift-giving and service to others was important to Angie, and she instilled that into her kids. As Klark said, “Being of service doesn’t just feel good, it feels right.”

Angie’s grandchildren, Charlie and Lincoln Swan, held a special place in her heart. She delighted in them, and did her best to pass the torch on to them by modeling acts of kindness, service, creativity, fun, and generosity.

Angie had a lifelong friend in Cathy DeLaurentis. For 60 years they shared their lives and love. Life without Angie’s warmth and sparkle will be profoundly dimmer.

Angie was a friend to many, even to people she didn’t know. She kept bags in her car full of snacks, coins, socks, and personal care items that she gave to people she saw on the street who were in need. She took freshly baked bread to neighbors and friends daily. She baked and decorated cakes for anyone who had an occasion.

It has been said that “A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle.” Angie was that sort of flame who gave of herself to warm and illuminate others. So when you see the spark of a match, the flicker of a candle, or feel the warmth of a wood stove, think of Angie.

A Celebration of Life will be held on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at Humboldt Cider Company, 2901 Hubbard Lane, Eureka, from 1 to 4 p.m.

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