Albert Burtch Sr. (September 20, 1804 – March 8, 1888) was an American farmer and Wisconsin pioneer.

[1] He was raised and educated in New York state and came west to the Wisconsin Territory with his family in October 1845.

[1] He became involved in local affairs and was elected as a village trustee and chairman of the town board.

[3] He also served in Company E of the 1st Wisconsin Cavalry Regiment during the Civil War and was wounded at the Battle of Nashville.

[4] His son Gideon served in Company E of the 3rd Wisconsin Infantry Regiment during the Civil War.