SAINT AUGUSTINE, FLA.–Ron Kivett, screenwriter, technical director and monster costume designer for the movie “Zaat,” seen in episode 1005- BLOOD WATERS OF DR. Z., died here Jan. 23. He was 78.

“Ron Kivett was a true renaissance man, wrote his friend Ed Tucker on Facebook. “He was integral to the production of ZAAT, writing the script, designing the creature, handling the special effects and even touring with the film all over this country and beyond during its initial release.”

There’s more info on him on his Facebook page.

Thanks to Paul for the heads up.