Don Kwoon Chune Yuen passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Born in Zhongshan, China, Don was a devoted family man, a respected business leader, and a caring community pillar.
In 1963, Don and his partners founded Fairway Market. Through his hard work, vision, and passion, he grew the business from a single store into a thriving local grocery chain across Vancouver Island.
Beyond his business success, Don lived a life of deep generosity. He welcomed many new Canadians by providing jobs and mentorship, and he continually gave back to the community he loved. Under his leadership, Fairway Market championed causes close to his heart—including the Victoria Dragon Boat Festival, C-FAX Santas Anonymous, local food banks, and BC Cancer Foundation’s Lights of Courage.
No matter how busy he was with work, family was always Don’s greatest joy. He treasured and loved nothing more than being surrounded by his beloved wife, children, and grandchildren. In his free time, he enjoyed watching sports, travelling, fishing, and savouring great food.
Don was predeceased by his parents, brothers, and sister. He is survived by Fern, his loving wife of 62 years; his children Wesley, Doug (Yennie), Susan, and Linda; his grandchildren Rachel, Christian, Maxx, Sydney, and Zachary; his sisters Yuen So Chun and Yuen Sai Chun; his goddaughters; and many dear nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held on Monday, August 24th at 1:00 PM in the Sequoia Centre at McCall Gardens, 4665 Falaise Drive, Victoria, BC , followed by interment at Royal Oak Burial Park.
Family and friends are warmly invited to a Celebration of Life dinner at 5:00 PM at Don Mee Seafood Restaurant (538 Fisgard Street, Victoria, BC).
In lieu of flowers, donations in Don’s memory are gratefully welcome for:
Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada (heartandstroke.ca)
Victoria Brain Injury Society (vbis.ca)
Condolences may be offered to the family below.
McCall Gardens
www.mccallgardens.com
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19 Responses
Mrs. Yuen, Susan, Linda, Doug & Wesley,
Thinking of you and your family at this difficult time and sending our deepest condolences.
May the happy memories you shared bring you comfort and peace.
Cindy Mar and Family
Brent Anthonisen. My condolences to the Yuen Family for the passing of Mr Don Yuen He contributed to the city of Victoria and is an important part of the community history. Brent Anthonisen
Our deepest condolences over the recent loss of Don Yuen, to our Loon Doo, Joong Saan 中山 good friends in the Yuen family.
We also greatly appreciate all Don contributed to our Victoria community whether with Fairway Market or a broad range of good works in both our local and Chinese community.
From the Mew Family:
Wai Wing, (Wayne)
Dr. Gilbert Mew Chew and family
Raymond Mew and family
Philip Mew and family
Doug: I was so sad to see on the front of the TC that your Dad had passed away. He had a good long life and happy he was able to celebrate his 94th birthday. Over the 30 odd years I had the pleasure of working closely with Fairway Market, Don was such a joy to talk to. He always had a smile on his face, and always enjoyed talking about the Canucks. I fondly remember going fishing with him up at Painters Lodge on one of our Times Colonist GO! Fishing trips,and Don catching a big salmon. I think that picture is still in Brendon’s office 🙂
Take care Doug and please send my condolences to Yennie, and the rest of your family.
Linda, our condolences to you and your family.
To Mrs Yuen,Susan,Linda and family
We are so deeply sorry for your loss.Thinking of you and your family and sending you strength
during this difficult time. RIP Don.
James and Norma Wong
My condolences to Don’s wonderful family. Thank you Don for giving me employment at your Fairway town and country in 1987. You were always my favorite employer. You were a kind, thoughtful, generous man.
It saddens me to here of your passing. I know you’re looking down at your family and friends and smiling for a job well done.
You’ll be missed greatly, Take care, Marcel Wauthy
Fern, Doug and Family,
Our sincere condolences to you all on the passing of your beloved husband, father, brother, grandfather, uncle and more. We remember fondly the Dragon Boat Festival and so many charities Don supported which the Fairway Market family continues to this day. He was an inspiring community leader that will be remembered for his love of family, community, and humanity…what a legacy he leaves behind.
Sending prayers and best wishes, Maria Dominelli and Dan Parker
To Mrs.Yuen and family. Please accept our deepest condolence of the loss your husband Don. Also as a father and Grandfather he will be greatly missed by his family. He always had a cheerful and pleasant personality when we went into the stores. Sincerely Bob, Marianne Eng and family.