Mayte Salazar Sullivan

Funeral services will be held at 12 pm on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Eternal Valley Memorial Park. Burial will follow at the same location. Arrangements are by Eternal Valley Memorial Park Mortuary.

Mayte was born on April 29, 1985, in Oaxaca, Mexico, to Vicente Salazar and Carolina Gonzalez. Just a few months before her second birthday, she and her mother immigrated to the United States in search of new opportunities. She celebrated her second birthday in Southern California, where she would build a beautiful life over the next 39 years.

Mayte attended California State University, Los Angeles, where she earned a Bachelor of Science in Criminal Justice in 2007 and later completed her Master's degree in Industrial Management in 2020. She also earned both a Litigation Paralegal Certificate and a Corporate Paralegal Certificate in 2008.

While attending Cal State LA, Mayte worked as a campus tour guide. She enjoyed welcoming prospective students and sharing her enthusiasm for the university. One of her greatest joys was seeing her former high school teachers return with graduating seniors and having the opportunity to inspire the next generation of college students.

Mayte began her career as a paralegal, working for several distinguished organizations, including the City of Los Angeles and Disney. She later found her professional home at Lockheed Martin, where she dedicated more than 11 years of service. Through hard work and perseverance, she steadily advanced within the company.

Mayte had a deep love for travel and enjoyed experiencing different cultures and cuisines from around the world. Her adventures took her to Costa Rica, France, Italy, Spain, Hawaii, Colombia, Panama, Hungary, and many other beautiful destinations.

On November 10, 2018 , Mayte married William Sullivan, and she didn't just gain a husband, she gained a family. She embraced her stepsons, Luke and Liam, with unconditional love, becoming a devoted and caring presence in their lives.Together, Mayte and William shared a love of travel, exploring new places, and creating lasting memories over meals with family and friends.

Mayte's heart had plenty of room for animals, too. In April 2022, Mamba, a terrier-poodle mix, joined the family. Then in April 2026, in true Mayte fashion, she impulsively adopted two Yorkshire Terriers, Rocket and Penny. The addition of two more four-legged friends quickly brought even more joy and energy into their home.

One dream remained at the top of Mayte’s bucket list for many years, to experience Japan during the cherry blossom season. In March 2025, that lifelong dream finally came true. Mayte immersed herself in Japanese culture, even participating in a traditional tea ceremony while dressed in a beautiful kimono. It was everything she had hoped for and more, and this trip became one of the happiest and most treasured experiences of her life.

Above all, Mayte will be remembered for her adventurous spirit, determination, kindness, and love for her family. She had a generous heart that welcomed everyone, a warm smile that brought comfort, and the sweetest dimples that made her impossible to forget. She celebrated the successes of others, encouraged those who needed support, and found joy in spending time with family and friends.She touched the lives of many and leaves behind cherished memories that will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.

Mayte was preceded in death by her father, Vicente Salazar, and her grandfather, Jose Salazar.

She is survived by her husband, William Sullivan, her stepsons, Luke Sullivan and Liam Sullivan, her mother, Carolina Gonzalez, and her siblings: Shelley Rivera, Jesse Salazar, and Cristo Salazar. Her nieces and nephews: Bri Rivera, Elisha Salazar, Nathaniel Rivera, Abigail Salazar, Abraham Salazar, and Alejandro Salazar.

Pallbearers will be: William Sullivan, Luke Sullivan, Jesse Salazar, Cristo Salazar, Franklin Rodriguez, Luis Rodriguez, Diego Maldonado, and Anselmo Salazar.

Memorials may be given to: Carolina Gonzalez and/or William Sullivan.

The family of Mayte Salazar Sullivan sincerely thanks family, friends, and colleagues for all the love, prayers, kindness, and unwavering support. We are deeply grateful for the comfort you have provided and for joining us in honoring Mayte's life and legacy.