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 Christopher Emmanuel Barton, 51
 January 05, 2025
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
| My condolences to the family Bigz cut my hair for many years. He was the best barber I have ever known . Our conversations we had about our families and our lives, drew us close . What a great man I will miss him. | | from: Charlie B | on: 01-16-2025 |
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| You are Missed thank you your many years of great service. | | from: Brian E Gallagher | on: 01-13-2025 |
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| My Sincere condolences go out to Chris's Wife and Children and his Entire Family.So Sorry for your loss. Chris Was an Inspiration to the community he was a kind person willing to help anyone he will be truly missed .My thoughts and Prayers are with you all during this difficult time. | | from: John Brown | on: 01-09-2025 |
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| Rest easy, Chris. Thank you for all the times you cut my son’s hair and treated him like one of your own. | | from: Mike Gancarz | on: 01-09-2025 |
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| Christine & Family, I’m so sorry to read about the loss of your husband. You and your family will be in my thoughts. | | from: Anthony Archambault | on: 01-09-2025 |
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| He just said "hi" to me and asked how I was doing. I got my hair cut there at his shop previously and said that I got 'crowned'. He didn't not take me because I am female. I loved our conversations while I was there. It is North Adams loss. | | from: cheryl t | on: 01-09-2025 |
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| A truly standup guy. Keep your head up, family. My condolences. | | from: Jen | on: 01-09-2025 |
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| My stomach flipped when I drove by Klipper Kings and saw the bouquets at the doorstep. Chris was a pillar of the community. I am a therapist by trade and saw that Chris was an truly. exceptional counselor. If I waited in the shop, I'd watch him do his work on other customers- stylistically and emotionally- and would fill with respect for his talents. Graceful, kind, empathetic, generous, committed to helping others... and proud of his children... what an amazing man. | | from: Rick Berger | on: 01-09-2025 |
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| My condolences to Chris's family. I've known Chris for years, he was a gentle soul who I would always see him acknowledge anyone who would come in contact with, that's the kind of guy he was, you would always see him waving to people at the shop window while they were waiting in traffic,I am glad to have met Chris and certainly was a pleasure knowing him. Rest in peace Bigz! | | from: Tom Ostrander | on: 01-08-2025 |
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| I am very sorry for your loss. | | from: John Gifford | on: 01-08-2025 |
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| Always a welcoming environment to all at Klipper Kingz. A great friend. | | from: Peter | on: 01-08-2025 |
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