The Meriden Message Jefferson County Friday October 2, 1931 "Uncle Billy" Coppinger Dies. W.B. "Uncle Billy" COPPINGER, 78, pioneer citizen of Jefferson county, well-known in this section and prominent among early day residents, died at his home in Winchester Wednesday night, Sept. 30. Funeral services will be held at the Christian church Saturday afternoon at 2 o'clock, with Rev. George Gaughran officiating. Masonic services will be held at the cemetery.