Robert “Bob” Elliott, a dedicated public servant and alumnus of the Boston University School of Theology, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026. He was 94 years old.
A resident of Boiling Springs, South Carolina, and formerly of Salem, New Hampshire, Elliott leaves behind a legacy defined by his commitment to his faith, his family, and his community. His life was marked by a consistent desire to serve others, a trait that guided his long career in local and state government.
Born in Rhode Island to the late Margaret and William Elliott, Bob Elliott’s academic journey led him to Boston University, where he earned a degree in Liberal Arts before completing his studies at the School of Theology. His professional and civic life was deeply intertwined with his home in Salem, New Hampshire, where he became a fixture of the community.
Elliott served as a State Representative for 16 years, a role that allowed him to advocate for his constituents and address local needs. Beyond his legislative work, he was a member of the Salem Budget Committee and a past president of the Salem Lions Club, where he focused on humanitarian initiatives.
His faith served as a cornerstone of his life; he was an active member of the Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church in Salem, finding purpose and fellowship within the congregation.
He is survived by his wife of nearly 50 years, Barbara Elliott, and a large, extended family. He was predeceased by his sons, Mark and Kevin Elliott, his brother, William Elliott, and his grandson, Chris. His family remembers him as a devoted husband and father who shared a remarkable, lifelong bond with his wife, Barbara.
The community will have an opportunity to pay their respects during a visitation scheduled for Monday, November 9, from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Douglas & Johnson Funeral Home, located at 214 Main St. in Salem, New Hampshire.
A funeral service will follow on Tuesday, November 10, at 10:30 AM at the Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church, 171 Zion Hill Rd., Salem. Attendees are asked to arrive by 10:15 AM. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorial contributions be made to the Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church in honor of his years of service and dedication to the congregation.
The family continues to receive messages of condolence through the funeral home’s official obituary portal. Additional information regarding memorial trees and floral tributes is also available through that service.
