Megan Lambert's family

“Her goal was to be an educator, and teach in the school district she loved growing up in … Silver Rail was her first job as a teacher, though she subbed there for many years … She loved Silver Rail. This was her dream job. Megan was compassionate and had a huge heart,”

Megan Lambert's family · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-16

Lambert's family shared a statement with Bend police about Megan after she was killed in the shooting.

“Megan was a native central Oregonian. She grew up in Bend. She had a passion for playing sports, especially volleyball. She was a volleyball coach. She actually turned down pay for her first season as a coach, so families who couldn’t afford to participate could have the chance to play the sport she loved.”

Megan Lambert's family · said date not stated · reported 2026-10-16

Lambert's family shared a statement with Bend police about Megan after she was killed in the shooting.