Carole Jean Thompson Ezell, 78, passed away May 15, 2021 at home with family by her side.  Preceded in death by her parents, Homer Thompson and Frances Murphy Coffman; and siblings, Linda Canter, Billy Thompson, and Bobby Thompson.  Survived by her husband of 44 years, Roger Ezell; children, Kim (Donnie) Williams, Mark Anderson, Vicky (Vaughn) Shown, Scott Anderson and Marla King, Carrissa (Steve) Sage; 10 grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.  Graveside service will be held at 11:00 AM Wednesday, May 19, 2021 at Oakview Cemetery.  Family and friends may pay their respects from 11:00 AM until 4:00 PM Tuesday at Miller Funeral Home, Maryville.