Private Service for John David Hainer, 60 of Van Buren, Arkansas will be held at a later date. Cremation is under the direction of Mallory-Martin Funeral Home in Spiro, Oklahoma.mallorymartinfuneralhome.com.
He was born on October 3, 1962 in Butler, Pennsylvania to Ethel Mae (Hynes) Hainer and James Ruple Hainer and passed away on January 1, 2023 in Van Buren, Arkansas. His parents preceded him in death along with his brothers, Frank Hainer, Jim Hainer, and Donald Hainer. John enjoyed hiking and fishing. He was a friend to everyone he met, never meeting a stranger. He would give someone the shirt of his back no matter their situation, always willing to help. His daughter was his world until he had grandchildren. He loved to watch them play sports, and would tell everyone how proud he was of them. John was a huge animal lover and loved his dogs like they were his children Survivors include his daughter, Nicole Nixon and husband Kenny; grandchildren, KJ Nixon, Brendin Nixon, McKenna Nixon. Kirksy Nixon, Kicks Nixon, Kendra Goins, Paige Morris; bonus daughter, Charity Sirratt; best friend, Ron Syrock; brother, Bill Hainer and wife Pam; sisters, Ginger Rendon, Patty Braun, Carol Savage, Linda Moedugno, dogs, Xena, Trixie, and Sammy, numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and loved ones. You may leave an online message at