She was an aunt to relatives Left to Right: Chris Schunter, R. J. Schunter, Mildred Haycock-Schunter and W.E. Schunter who together in 2000, re-planted a tree in her honour in the Community Park.
Moments in Time – Photos & Memories from the Lumby Museum – Martha Schunter – October 8, 2021
  • 1927 Carnival Royalty: Left to Right: Florence Law, Martha Schunter & Loretta Quesnel
  • In 1927 Martha Schunter (daughter of pioneers Ernest & Matilda Schunter), was chosen Carnival Queen to celebrate Canada’s 60th year of Confederation.   Unfortunately, Martha did not complete her reign and died at the young age of 16 from appendicitis.
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