Chit Fai Hui was born on December 6, 1935, in China, and passed away on September 22, 2026, at the age of 90. He made his home in Clarksburg, Maryland, where he lived with his son, Chung Hui, and daughter-in-law, Fanny Hui.
Chit Fai lived a full and accomplished life marked by hard work, perseverance, service to his community, and devotion to his family. In China, he worked as an engineer and in construction. After coming to the United States, he began a new chapter in his life working as a dishwasher. And after many years of hard work, became a restaurant owner, where he also served as head chef. His journey reflected his determination, versatility, and ability to build a new life while maintaining a strong connection to his heritage and community.
Chit Fai was a dedicated member of the Chew Lun Association and was elected as the Inspector General, one of the highest office in Chew Lun.
Beyond his work with the association, Chit Fai enjoyed sharing his knowledge and traditions with others. He taught tai chi at senior community centers, helping others stay active while sharing an important part of Chinese culture.
Chit Fai also had a great love of travel and seeing the world. He enjoyed experiencing new places and discovering what the world had to offer. He also had a special love of plants, an interest that brought him happiness throughout his life.
Chit Fai was the son of Hang Kuen Mui and Wing Fong Hui. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shuet Fun, with whom he shared his life and raised their family, and by his son, Donald. He is survived by his sister, Florence Moy.
His children are Shuk Moy, Chung Hui, and Yan Hui. Shuk and her husband, Johnny Moy, have a daughter, Sarah. Chung and his wife, Fanny Hui, have two sons, Samuel and Justin.
Chit Fai will be remembered as a devoted husband, father, and grandfather, as well as a brother, engineer, restaurant owner and chef, tai chi teacher, and traveler.
His life crossed countries, professions, and generations. He experienced the world not only through his travels, but also through a remarkable life journey that took him from China to the United States. Through his devotion to family, his many years of community service, his teaching, and the relationships he built along the way, Chit Fai leaves behind a lasting legacy of perseverance, service, tradition, curiosity, and family.
His memory will live on through his sister, children, grandchildren, extended family, friends, and the many people whose lives he touched throughout his 90 years. May he rest in peace.
