Shirley Kaisinger
Born on February 15th, 1962, Shirley Ann McKinney (Kaisinger, Leon) returned home to her beloved son, William LaPlant, on March 26, 2026. She was also warmly and lovingly greeted by her late husband, Johnny McKinney, siblings Linda Madden-Flynn, Edward “Sonny” Leon, and father, Frances Leon.
Shirley is survived by her sons: Timothy McKinney Jr., Brian Kaisinger, Patrick Kaisinger, Daniel Kaisinger and daughters: Angela Dangler, Patricia Powers, Brandi Torrissi. Her grandchildren: Patrick Kaisinger Jr., Timothy McKinney III, Abrianna Kaisinger, and Sophia Kaisinger. She is also survived by her mother, Margaret (Gail) Martin and sisters, Kathleen Werner, Sharon Mikus (Robert), and Dolores Martin. ShirleyBird is missed by many, including her (great) nieces, (great) nephews, family, and friends whom she loved deeply while on Earth and will continue to guide as their Angel in Heaven.
Shirley (“Bird”) had a beautiful smile and gentle eyes. She was full of wit, passion, and humor – yet, remained a woman of strength, fortitude, and tenacity despite encountering many challenges throughout her lifetime. She proudly and tearfully rang the bell at Fox Chase Cancer Center after an arduous battle with cancer several years ago and was one to let nothing bring her down. Her energy was silly and contagious – always making others laugh by dancing, singing, or joking. She offered a space where all in her company felt free, welcomed, and loved. She was a protective force – not only for her immediate family – but anyone in her life, especially the underdog. The simple things in life meant the most to “Bird”, and she was always joyful to spend time at the beach or with her family. She cherished each of her children and grandchildren individually and loved sharing about what made them special to her.
With her nails painted lilac purple, on a sunny Spring morning, she reunited with her son, Billy whom she had missed tremendously since his passing. Her family invites all whom would like to join them in celebrating her life at McCafferty Funeral & Cremation Inc., 6711 Frankford Avenue (between Unruh & Knorr Sts.) Philadelphia, PA 19135) on the morning of Monday, April 6th at 9:30AM up until her prayer service at 11:00AM. There will be no interment. During the memorial service, those in attendance will be invited to share sentiments in Shirley’s honor.
Remembering the little Shirley I would babysit, the most beautiful little niece with an unforgettable little smile. Rest In Peace, gone but never to be forgotten!! ♥️😢♥️
Wow. There's so many times as we would all hang out in any bar n we'd dance til we were to drunk. Shirley Bird would be loud n funny. If u looked at her the. Wrong way. Watch out. The bird is about to sing u a loud tune. She would not stop til she was heard or fist went swinging. Shirley was just fun all around. She loved her children n so proud of them all. A great friend. R.i p. Love you.thanks for the memories. .
When we were younger I looked forward gatherings to hang out with you. Rest easy and Look over your family as you always have 🪽🦋🪽
Shirley, our childhood friend, Not only childhood but adulthood too, we were all family where we came from! I will always remember the day you and big Timmy called the school and said there was a bomb just to get us all out of school for the day!! Not funny at the time, but lol, Good times! So many good times at Creighton school with all our friends that were like family. I will never forgot when you got pregnant with lil Timmy and got your own home in Hill Creek where we cleaned for days lol and the windows had to shine and you made me go find newspaper because you would not clean those windows without the damn newspaper!! lol I remember when we would talk for hours when you were pregnant always thinking something was gonna go wrong and then thank me for reassuring you that God would not let that happen. Then when you hooked up with Pat and ended up living with him marrying him. We did have some good times back then. Shirley you sure will be missed by many girl. So glad you are not struggling or suffering anymore, I hope you are reunited with your big brother Sonny and big sister Linda, but most of all your son Billy whom your heart ached for up there in heaven. R I P our newest Angel in the sky.💔🩷
I love you Shirley no more suffering I hope your dancing with your son now we are going to miss you but I love you and you’ll always be in my heart you were a great big hearted sister fought like no other RIP MY ANGEL ALWAYS HAD MY BACK FOR SURE LOVE YOU FLY HIGH
I'm going to miss you girl. We weren't always near each other but the phone was good for us. You looked beautiful the day I got married. Well when you see Steve get him in line Aunt Bird. Love you girl ❤️😘,REST IN PEACE 🙏❤️🩹🕊️🟣😢🙏🙏.
I love you so much Aunt Shirley
I lived next door to Shirley for a few years and she was such an amazing lady we had many late night talks on the porch. Rip Shirley 💙💙
My beautiful silly,fun,loving,feisty,sister.I'm happy for you that you are no longer suffering,and you are united with,Billy and the other's. Though,my heart is 😥. Knowing that I'll never see you or talk with you on this side of heaven. I can just see you now with your big beautiful smile and twinkling eyes,full of love and joy.Free at last.♥️ The memories I have with you are us,singing,dancing,and laughing at our silly selves.lol Another memory that comes to mind.I was about 14 years old and you were about 10 years old. I was taking a bath and you threw in a live roach.I almost died.You almost peed yourself laughing.( maybe you did pee yourself) lol Don't remember that part. Another memory is when I came up to Philly and stayed with you for a week.The boys were so young and adorable. You were married to Pat at the time.You made me feel right at home and so did Pat. During that stay,you and I got a little tipsy.And your neighbor got mouthy with you and I picked up a chair to hit her.lol It didn't get that far though. Lol Last but not least,we talked about God a lot.I always reassured you that you were deeply loved and care for by God...Now you are in His loving tender arms for all eternity rejoicing with all your loved ones.😊 I love you my sweet,Shirley. No doubt you are resting in eternal peace...♥️♥️
Shirley you will be greatly missed& always in our Hearts ❤️Love u always .❤️💋
This hurts me bad, but Aunt shirley always had an open heart and an open house for me at anytime, even if I was down and out and I will never for get that...love u shirl ❤️❤️❤️
I ❤️ LOVE YOU MY SWEET DAUGHTER I'LL MISS YOU SO MUCH GIVE BILLY LINDA SONNY HUGS& KISSES FROM ME I KNOW BILLY IS WAITING FOR YOU TO GIVE BIG HUGS
I ❤️ LOVE YOU MY SWEET DAUGHTER I’LL MISS YOU SO MUCH GIVE BILLY LINDA SONNY HUGS& KISSES FROM ME I KNOW BILLY IS WAITING FOR YOU TO GIVE BIG HUGS
This hurts me bad, but Aunt shirley always had an open heart and an open house for me at anytime, even if I was down and out and I will never for get that…love u shirl ❤️❤️❤️
Shirley you will be greatly missed& always in our Hearts ❤️Love u always .❤️💋
My beautiful silly,fun,loving,feisty,sister.I’m happy for you that you are no longer suffering,and you are united with,Billy and the other’s. Though,my heart is 😥. Knowing that I’ll never see you or talk with you on this side of heaven.
I can just see you now with your big beautiful smile and twinkling eyes,full of love and joy.Free at last.♥️
The memories I have with you are us,singing,dancing,and laughing at our silly selves.lol
Another memory that comes to mind.I was about 14 years old and you were about 10 years old.
I was taking a bath and you threw in a live roach.I almost died.You almost peed yourself laughing.( maybe you did pee yourself) lol
Don’t remember that part.
Another memory is when I came up to Philly and stayed with you for a week.The boys were so young and adorable. You were married to Pat at the time.You made me feel right at home and so did Pat.
During that stay,you and I got a little tipsy.And your neighbor got mouthy with you and I picked up a chair to hit her.lol
It didn’t get that far though. Lol
Last but not least,we talked about God a lot.I always reassured you that you were deeply loved and care for by God…Now you are in His loving tender arms for all eternity rejoicing with all your loved ones.😊
I love you my sweet,Shirley. No doubt you are resting in eternal peace…♥️♥️
I lived next door to Shirley for a few years and she was such an amazing lady we had many late night talks on the porch. Rip Shirley 💙💙
I love you so much Aunt Shirley
I’m going to miss you girl. We weren’t always near each other but the phone was good for us. You looked beautiful the day I got married. Well when you see Steve get him in line Aunt Bird. Love you girl ❤️😘,REST IN PEACE 🙏❤️🩹🕊️🟣😢🙏🙏.
I love you Shirley no more suffering I hope your dancing with your son now we are going to miss you but I love you and you’ll always be in my heart you were a great big hearted sister fought like no other RIP MY ANGEL ALWAYS HAD MY BACK FOR SURE LOVE YOU FLY HIGH
Shirley, our childhood friend, Not only childhood but adulthood too, we were all family where we came from! I will always remember the day you and big Timmy called the school and said there was a bomb just to get us all out of school for the day!! Not funny at the time, but lol, Good times! So many good times at Creighton school with all our friends that were like family. I will never forgot when you got pregnant with lil Timmy and got your own home in Hill Creek where we cleaned for days lol and the windows had to shine and you made me go find newspaper because you would not clean those windows without the damn newspaper!! lol I remember when we would talk for hours when you were pregnant always thinking something was gonna go wrong and then thank me for reassuring you that God would not let that happen. Then when you hooked up with Pat and ended up living with him marrying him. We did have some good times back then. Shirley you sure will be missed by many girl. So glad you are not struggling or suffering anymore, I hope you are reunited with your big brother Sonny and big sister Linda, but most of all your son Billy whom your heart ached for up there in heaven. R I P our newest Angel in the sky.💔🩷
When we were younger I looked forward gatherings to hang out with you. Rest easy and Look over your family as you always have 🪽🦋🪽
Wow. There’s so many times as we would all hang out in any bar n we’d dance til we were to drunk. Shirley Bird would be loud n funny. If u looked at her the. Wrong way. Watch out. The bird is about to sing u a loud tune. She would not stop til she was heard or fist went swinging. Shirley was just fun all around. She loved her children n so proud of them all. A great friend. R.i p. Love you.thanks for the memories.
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Remembering the little Shirley I would babysit, the most beautiful little niece with an unforgettable little smile.
Rest In Peace, gone but never to be forgotten!! ♥️😢♥️