Mike was united in marriage to Martha Pesina in December 1988. To this union, 3 children were born. This marriage later ended in divorce. On February 21, 1998, Mike was united in marriage to Janet (Jackson) Hamilton and took on the role of raising her 3 children and his niece, Allysa Moore.

He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and reading. Mike was also a hunter education instructor, but his greatest joy was spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Mike is survived by his wife, Janet, of the home; his children: Saundra Hays of Emporia; Michael and wife, Jace Hays of Olpe; Justin and wife, Caitlin Hays of Emporia; Chapel and husband, Maxton Robinson of El Dorado; Cameron and wife, Allysa Howard of Wichita, and Chalissa Hamilton of Kansas City, Mo.; one sister, Delinda Ashburn of Texas; ten grandchildren: Emily, Kaben, Arabella, Zephara, Michael, Samantha, Alexander, Jazalee, Bentley, Abbygail and two on the way; seven bonus grandchildren: Liadan, Carter, Connor, Logan, Mason, Matthew and Elijah; two nieces, two nephews; numerous cousins and friends; and many brothers and sisters in law enforcement. He was preceded in death by his parents and several aunts and uncles.

Cremation has been effected, with a Celebration of Life to take place at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions be made to Hunter Education or to Koup Family Funeral Home to help defray final expenses. Memorials may be sent in care of Koup Family Funeral Home, PO Box 595, Eureka, KS 67045, which is overseeing arrangements. Condolences may be left for the family online at koupfunerals.com