Christopher Emmanuel Barton, 51

NORTH ADAMS, Mass. —  Christopher Emmanuel Barton “Bigz”, 51, of Adams died on Sunday, January 5, 2025 at Berkshire Medical Center- North. He was born in Austin, Texas on November 29, 1973 a son of Charlotte Denise Dove.

Christopher attended schools in Dallas, Texas at Dallas Can Academy and Barbor School in Worcester at Rob Roy Academy and later at Joe Lee School of Beauty for manicures. He was a master barber at his shop, Klipper Kingz Barber Co. in North Adams for many years. Bigz was also a music artist for over 30 years, creating many albums and songs over the year’s most notably his album, “Not Like Me.” He played in many music venues across Chicago, Atlanta, Los Angeles and New York.

Christopher leaves his children, his pride and joys, Emijah Barton of Connecticut, Jenaya Barton of Florida, Davion Barton of North Adams, and Nyanna and Naliyah Barton of Pittsfield and his only granddaughter Kaydalyse. He also leaves his wife Christine (Lepel) Barton, mother, Charlotte Dove of North Carolina, brother, Terrance Barton of Rutland, VT, and sister Alicia Barton of Texas.

FUNERAL NOTICE: A funeral to celebrate the life of Christopher “Bigz” Barton will be on Monday, January 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM at Flynn & Dagnoli – WEST CHAPEL 521 West Main St. North Adams, MA 01247. Calling hours will be from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM. Donations may be made directly to the funeral home. A benefit dinner will be held on Tuesday, January 14, 2025 from 5-7:30 PM at the Bounti Fare. To add to the book of memories please visit www.flynndagnolifuneralhomes.com