Douglas A. Albertson, 82, of Bella Vista, Arkansas passed away peacefully on Wednesday, August 26, 2021, after a brief illness.

Doug was born November 12, 1938, to Burnard and Edith (Wright) Albertson in Buhl, Idaho.

Doug pursued a path in education in Idaho and California and was a long time educator in public secondary schools and colleges in Arkansas.  He belonged to many academic societies.  Doug was the consummate friend of students and educators in the communities where he worked. He was well regarded by all who worked with or for him. He will be sincerely missed by all, including his bowling league.

Doug is survived by his wife Joan; her children, Carey Reid (Dana), Kevin Reid (deceased) and his wife Susan, and Kathy Hensin; his brother Kenneth (Judy) and nieces Janis Workman and Pamela Albertson.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, September 18, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Bella Vista Funeral Home.

Condolences may be expressed at www.funeralmation.com.