Born November 18, 1937, in Lincoln, Nebraska, Alta was the daughter of William P. Carlisle and Emma K. Schroeder. She earned her bachelor's degree and built a career with the United States Postal Service, where she served as a training instructor, inspiring many around the way.
She is survived by her son Matthew Mullins and daughter-in-law Kym Hatten Mullins as well as her loving nephews, nieces, and great nieces.
Family and friends are invited to gather for a visitation on Saturday, October 24, 2026, from 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. at Lincoln Memorial Funeral Home, 6800 S. 14th St., Lincoln, Nebraska 68512. A funeral service celebrating Alta's life will immediately follow at 10:00 a.m. Alta will be laid to rest at the Malcolm Cemetery in Malcolm, Nebraska.
